Kylie Watson

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard. Check out resources for which tree species are best to plant in your area.

I will keep 6 forks, spoons, and/or knives from entering the landfill by using reusable utensils when eating at work.

I will keep 8 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

I will only use disinfectants where recommended and required by my organization's Infection Prevention and Control department.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 5 items.

I will select a greener option when purchasing supplies, such as products that have environmental certifications, less packaging, or other environmental attributes, or come from local vendors.

I will donate blood in my community to make sure there are adequate supplies for routine medical services and emergencies.

I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 1 locally-sourced meals.

I will spend 25 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will turn my computer monitor(s) off at my work station when not in use to save energy (I will follow my organization's IT instructions for keeping on, turning off, or restarting computers).

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will spend 25 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.