Rene Brana

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.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

I will watch 3 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

I will call my elected officials to ask what they are doing regarding equitable gender participation and representation in my region.

I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

I will commute by bike 3 miles each day and get my muscles moving while avoiding sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

Studies show a grass lawn is water intensive and on average it require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard or community to conserve water and improve habitat: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will watch 4 documentaries about climate change.

I will replace 30 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.

Each day, I will go on a plog or plalk for 20 minutes and collect 3 items of litter.

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 spend 20 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.

Each day, I will spend time developing a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for equitable food options at work, campus, or in the spaces I frequent by contacting community leaders and/or doing other advocacy actions.

I will have a conversation with one or more nonprofit organizations I want to be involved with.

I will watch 2 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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