Catherine Renick

I will watch 5 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me each day to raise my awareness of how much waste I produce.

I will replace 10 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

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

I will replace 120 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.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

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

I will spend 60 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

I will watch 5 documentaries about education or work.

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

I will use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).

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

I will watch 5 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

I will watch 5 documentaries about climate change.

I will contact my energy company to find out how to sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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