Apurva Karne

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

I will make 5 phone calls and/or send 10 emails to public officials to advocate for water habitat protection and clean up in my region.

Make sure we clean our surroundings are clean!

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 5 documentaries about education or work.

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

For an upcoming vacation, I will spend 30 minutes planning out a staycation in my region. For reference, one several hour flight releases the equivalent of nearly 14% of the annual emissions from a car.

I will organize a book club to read about climate change and sustainability.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally). As an example, a plane from New York to Los Angeles (~2,450 miles) generates about 65 tons of carbon dioxide.

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

I will replace 45 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 spend 30 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

I will watch 5 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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

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 watch 5 documentaries about climate change.