SU Conservation Climbers

It felt so freeing to get rid of things and to know that they are going to someone who will use them more. While not all donations go where you think they do, if you are more conscious of the places you give stuff to you can make a huge difference.

I think I need to work on being more mindful of my consumption: where I am getting things, how they are made, if they are a want or a need, and if there is a more sustainable alternative. We get so used to the things around us and we take them for granted.

It's sad that ecochallenge is almost over, but I am looking forward to incorporating the things I learned into my daily life

I did an audit at school and found that the answers were somewhat shocking. Compared to at home, my personal energy usage is less, but overall being at school makes me less efficient. I can definitely make some more conscience choices to reduce my energy usage at school.

There are plenty of native plants in my area that bees love. I found that contacting local gardens is a great way to learn what bees loves. Local wildflowers are always a good option too.

I found that my products perhaps are not the most environmentally friendly. I will use them fully and then seek alternatives that support the mission to save the environment.

Being more cognizant of the choices we make, especially when abroad is quite important. Making sure to support local communities and buy sustainable souvenirs should be a given for all travelers.

Volunteering is also particularly special. Working with local organizations to benefit the area is of particular importance to me. I love to meet those in the community and see the impact that my actions have on the betterment of an area.

I learned about some endangered species, but also sought out some extinct ones as well. This gives insight into how past environmental choices have impacted the species on this earth and what we can do to protect them in the future. I learned more broadly about conservation efforts seen around the world to keep regional endangered species safe.

Working with others to clean up the community brings and sense of pride and unity. The act of multiple also helps clean our environment faster and more effectively.