Claudia Barrera

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 2 meatless meals and/or 2 vegan meals each day this week.

I will watch 3 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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

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

I will spend 15 minutes learning about water justice in my region.

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

I will spend 20 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.

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

I will watch 3 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

Studies show a grass lawn is water intensive and on average it require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard or community to conserve water and improve habitat: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.

I will replace 40 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.