Danielle Efruss

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

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

I will watch 2 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

I will volunteer 5 hours in my community.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

I will use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).

I will replace 30 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.

I will spend 10 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.

I will spend 5 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

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

Access to public transportation enables more opportunity and a better quality of life. I will make 0 phone calls and/or send 1 emails per day to public officials to advocate for a more comprehensive public transportation system in my region.

Each day, I will spend time developing a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

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

I will watch 2 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

Each day, I will spend 5 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

I will watch 2 documentaries about climate change.