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You'll be an Campus Ecochallenge expert in no time!
"Reduce Carbon Footprint"
I will spend 60 minutes reading the Ecochallenge feed each day and giving high fives or commenting on posts by people who I don't know, but whose content inspires or interests me.
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day.
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
I will spend 180 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
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 6 meatless meals and/or 6 vegan meals each day.
I will walk 10 miles each day instead of driving.
Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 90 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
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I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
I will spend at least 60 minutes finding out what local laws, policies, and practices keep people from voting in my community.
I will make sure I'm registered to vote. While I'm at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!
I will spend 120 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
Strong neighborhoods are built on connection and trust. I will introduce myself to 10 neighbors or spend time getting to know people in my community.
I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 10 friends and classmates each day about what I learn. I will also share what I learn on the Ecochallenge feed.
I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, classmate, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 30 conversations.
