Melody Wu

I will Practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I pledge to take one action that improves the sustainability of my organization in 2025. It can be an action from this challenge or another action that improves resource stewardship.

I will recycle 5 items at work and/or at home each day, making sure I review recycling program guidelines and only place accepted items that are clean, empty, and dry in the recycling bin.

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

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

I will spend at least 10 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 avoid printing 10 pieces of paper by "going digital" and printing double-sided whenever possible.

I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day.

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 spend 5 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness and/or Meditation.

I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 2 random act(s) of kindness.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will reflect on how I am feeling and express myself through writing, art, music, physical activity, or another creative way to enhance well-being