Savannah Miller 901

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day around my campus, neighborhood, or local green space to connect with nature.

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 3 friends and classmates each day about what I learn. I will also share what I learn on the Ecochallenge feed.

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

I will spend 45 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will choose thrift stores, clothing swaps, or second-hand options when I shop for clothes.

I will spend 45 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

Producing 1 kg of beef emits as much greenhouse gas as driving 150 miles, meanwhile, 1 kg of veggies or grains leaves a much lighter footprint! This week, I’ll shrink my climate impact by having 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or coordinate ride shares with roommates, classmates, or campus peers to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

Recycling rules vary by location. I’ll spend 29 minutes learning which plastics my local or campus recycling program accepts. This helps me avoid “wishcycling” — tossing items in the bin and hoping they’ll be recycled, even if they aren’t.