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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Campus Ecochallenge expert in no time!
I will replace 30 minutes per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
I will spend 60 minutes listening to a podcast about nature.
I will report or fix leaking faucets in my dorm, apartment, or shared space to prevent water waste—up to 9 gallons (34 L) per day per faucet.
I will spend 15 minutes learning which plants support local native pollinators and grow some in containers, a campus garden, or at home if space allows.
I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 15 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.
Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend 15 minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.
Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 1 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
