Jennifer Billings

Each day, I will spend 20 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

Each day, I will track my purchases to identify my spending habits. This will allow me to see what purchases can be reduced.

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.

On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 2 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

I will watch 2 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

Update your Microsoft Teams background or Email signature to reference the Ecochallenge

Post in the feed about your plans or an interesting event in your community.

Share your Ecochallenge experience on LinkedIn. Marketing has made it easy for us, repost from the Alliance page on 4/11.

It's not too late to join the challenge! Share your experience or something you've learned with a coworker.

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

Share the Ecochallenge on LinkedIn. Be sure to tag @Alliance Technical Group and include #ecochallenge2023.

I will replace 15 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.