Emily Lesh

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 2 minutes each day to reflect on things important to me.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

I will research tool libraries and other sharing economy organizations in my area and rent instead of buy next time I need something they offer.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will volunteer 4 hours in my community during the challenge.

I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 10 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will spend 10 minutes researching the impact of old harmful refrigerants on our environment.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 5 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 10 minutes each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)