Zeke Rose

I will take a walk each day to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and support my physical and mental health as a student.

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 20 friends and classmates each day about what I learn. I will also share what I learn on the Ecochallenge feed.

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 walk 2 miles each day instead of driving.

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

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 90 minutes each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

Each day, I will go on a plog or plalk for 15 minutes and collect 5 items of litter.

Organic farming practices are healthier and safer for our planet, animals, and people. I will enjoy 3 meals cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will spend 10 minutes exploring how I can grow plants in my space—whether it’s a dorm windowsill, apartment patio, or a shared campus garden.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.