Brody Yakscoe

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 sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

Instead of traveling for meetings or events, I will conduct them virtually when possible—whether for classes, student organizations, or internships—to reduce my carbon footprint.

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

I will commute by bike 2 miles each day and avoid sending CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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.

I will replace 5 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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.

Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 2 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cups to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 60 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

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.

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 3 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

Recycling rules vary by location. I’ll spend 10 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.