Shanell Thomas

I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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 10 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

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.

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 volunteer 8 hours in my community.

One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 1 meatless meals and/or 0 vegan meals each day this week.

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

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

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

I will replace 6 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

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

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

To reduce CO2 emissions each day, I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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.

I will express my love and gratitude for our planet by writing a love letter, poem, song or taking a picture. I will share this in the Ecochallenge feed or on my social media.