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Welcome to Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026!

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Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026
April 1 - April 30, 2026
Izabelle Behrends's avatar

Izabelle Behrends

EASC 111 Heartland Community College

Izabelle's points

  • 35 TODAY
  • 150 THIS WEEK
  • 451 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    340
    gallons of water
    saved
  • UP TO
    60
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    755
    minutes
    of additional sleep
  • UP TO
    2,075
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    410
    minutes
    spent learning

Izabelle's actions

Water

Take Shorter Showers

Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 40 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 60 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Eating a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is a simple way to boost our personal health and support a more resilient food system. I will prepare and enjoy 3 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Biodiversity and Wildlife

Learn to Be a Responsible Pet Owner

Being a responsible pet owner means minimizing the impact pets have on wildlife by keeping them indoors, never setting them 'free' into nature, and supervising pets when they are outside to prevent them from hunting or disturbing wild animals. This also keeps our pets safe from harm. I will spend 20 minutes learning about ways to ensure my pet’s behavior and care practices protect local wildlife and their ecosystems.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water
    How did shortening your showers affect your awareness of water conservation? What other water-saving practices can you adopt in your daily routine?
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    Izabelle Behrends 4/03/2026 6:08 AM
    Shortening my showers made me more aware of how much water I use and motivated me to conserve more. Other practices include turning off the tap while brushing teeth, fixing leaks, using a dishwasher efficiently, and collecting rainwater for plants.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal
    How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet? What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?
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    Izabelle Behrends 4/03/2026 6:08 AM
    Eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat improves your health, reduces your impact on the environment, and can inspire others to make healthier choices. This week, I tried spinach, bell peppers, and berries, and my favorite was strawberries because they were sweet and refreshing.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal
    How did exercising each day impact your physical and mental resilience? What activities helped you feel stronger, more flexible, or more capable of adapting?
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    Izabelle Behrends 4/03/2026 6:07 AM
    Exercising daily improved my physical strength, flexibility, and endurance, making my body more resilient to challenges. Mentally, it boosted my focus, mood, and stress management, helping me stay calm under pressure. Activities like strength training, stretching, and cardio made me feel stronger, more flexible, and better able to adapt to both physical and mental demands.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal
    How did improving your sleep affect your energy, focus, or mood? What role does rest play in helping you feel more balanced and capable of handling challenges?
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    Izabelle Behrends 4/03/2026 6:07 AM
    Improving my sleep helped me feel more energized, focused, and in a better mood throughout the day. When I get enough rest, it is easier to concentrate, stay positive, and handle stress without feeling overwhelmed. Rest plays an important role because it gives both the body and mind time to recover, which helps me feel more balanced and better able to deal with daily challenges.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    What actions can you take to ensure your pets do not harm local wildlife? How does being a responsible pet owner contribute to the well-being of both your pets and the environment?
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    Izabelle Behrends 4/03/2026 6:06 AM
    Responsible pet owners can help protect wildlife by keeping cats indoors, keeping dogs on leashes or in fenced yards, cleaning up pet waste, and never releasing pets into the wild. Spaying and neutering pets also helps prevent stray animals that can harm local ecosystems.
    This helps pets stay safer and healthier by reducing the risk of injury, disease, or getting lost. It also protects the environment by reducing harm to wildlife and preventing pollution.
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