Sally Wright (SSC)

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors, or purchase items second-hand to reduce resource use.

I will recognize 3 colleague(s) for their sustainability efforts on our team feed, in-person, by email, and/or through my organization's recognition platforms.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.

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

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I will spend 30 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

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

I will spend 15 minutes learning about greenwashing and how to avoid it.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about how indoor air quality impacts health and commit to taking one action to improve indoor air quality in my living space.

I will read the Ecochallenge feed each day and comment on posts by people who I don't know, but whose content inspires or interests me.

How can you personally help address climate change? Complete the climate action venn diagram at ayanaelizabeth.com/climatevenn and share your climate action in the feed.

I will plant 10 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 make 3 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will pick up 10 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 3 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.

I will replace 20 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.