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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an The People's Ecochallenge expert in no time!
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I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
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I will spend at least 90 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
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I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
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I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.
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I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
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Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their household.
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I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.
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I will learn about and update the power saving settings on my computer to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emission
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I will spend quality time with family and friends by playing low-tech game(s) and/or through the spirit of imagination.
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Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
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I will spend 60 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.
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I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
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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.
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I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.
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I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
