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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Earth Month Ecochallenge 2025: Conservation expert in no time!
"No Compromise in Defense of Mother Earth!"
Whether you’re located in our stores, distribution centers, or home offices, there are plenty of opportunities to compost. At our Home Offices, you can compost food scraps at one of the composting bins located in every kitchen. Join us on April 15th @ 225 Kitchens as we challenge associates to compost any leftover food scraps.
Join the JCG Townhall on April 9th to learn more about our Sustainability program and updated vision.
Attend the FABSCRAP webinar on April 17th at 12pm, to learn more about fabric samples and textile waste from our Home Office are given a new life through recycling and repurposing.
Attend the Beyond the Seams: Cultivating Sustainability & Belonging in Regenerative Agriculture Lunch and Learn on April 22nd at 12:00 PM to learn about the connection between sustainability, equity, and the future of regenerative farming. You can attend virtually or in person at our Home Offices!
Participate in a Clothing Swap! For NYC-based associates, we are hosting a Spring Clothing Swap at our Home Offices on April 23rd and 24th from 9AM to 5PM. For stores and distribution center associates, try starting your own swap with fellow colleagues or friends and family!
Participate in Car-Free Earth Day on April 26th by opting to bike, walk or run instead of using a car! For our New-York based associates, don’t forget about our free Citi Bike membership through JCG Benefits.
Attend the Sunset Park Recycling Field Trip on April 30th at 1:00 PM to experience the facility’s state-of-the-art sorting process and learn how 1,000 tons of New York City’s recycling is processed every day.
Log onto Workday or Zipline to complete JCG’s Sustainability 101 Training and learn more about J.Crew Group’s public goals and sustainability programs. If you already completed the training, check off this action to get points!
Did you know, that on average our kitchen uses about 1,000 disposable cups a week? Bring your own mug into the office and help us combat waste!
Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.
Reducing energy use helps protect the air and climate. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy and reduce pollution.
Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside, then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 10 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.
Bees and other pollinators are vital to ecosystems and agriculture. I will spending 20 minutes learning about local pollinators and why they are so important.
Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 60 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.
Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 20 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.
Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.
Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 20 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
Meditation helps build resilience and clarity. I will spend 60 minutes each day to meditate or create a moment of silence each day to reflect on things important to me.
Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend 30 minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.
Working together to clean up public spaces helps the environment and builds community. I will participate in 1 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.
Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.
Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.
Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 3 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 30 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?