Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026

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April 1 - April 30, 2026

Tatyana 's points

0 TODAY
72 THIS WEEK
217 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

280

gallons of water

saved
UP TO

40

more servings

of fruits and vegetables
UP TO

1,557

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

18

local or diverse businesses

supported

Tatyana 's 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 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Support Local Businesses

Supporting local businesses helps keep communities vibrant and resilient. I will choose to shop at 2 local businesses or restaurants, with a focus on businesses owned by people of color, local farmers, or community members.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

Soil and Food

Preserve or Store Food

Preserving food through freezing, drying, or fermenting helps food last longer, reduces waste, and ensures supplies during difficult times. I will preserve or store food during the challenge to strengthen household and community resilience.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY 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 14
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 4 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.

COMPLETED 14
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?
Tatyana Hampton 4/14/2026 10:48 AM

How did shortening your showers affect your awareness of water conservation?

Shortening my showers made me more mindful of how much water I use, especially during routines I usually don’t think twice about. Growing up with military showers taught me efficiency, but caring for my curly hair requires more time and water. Being intentional—like turning the water off when I’m not actively rinsing—helped me balance personal care with conservation.

What other water‑saving practices can you adopt in your daily routine?

I’ve started using a spray bottle during parts of my hair routine to reduce running water. Turning the water off while conditioning or detangling also makes a big difference. Other small changes, like only running appliances with full loads or being mindful of sink use, can further reduce overall water use.

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- Victoria Brown 4/14/2026 11:39 AM
  
  Exercise Lover 🤸
  I am going to try the spray bottle as well. I never through of that. I also have 3 daughters that this could help with.
  
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- Harkiran Saluja 4/14/2026 11:06 AM
  
  Using a spray bottle to save water is a great idea, especially for a curly hair routine. It's important to be intentional about the different ways we use water since we tend to take it for granted. I've started shortening my showers as well and feel like it's a better use of time as well as water.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Soil and Food

What preservation method did you try, and how did it work for you? How can these practices help reduce waste and improve food security?
Tatyana Hampton 4/14/2026 10:46 AM

What preservation method did you try, and how did it work for you?

I prepped my fruits and vegetables ahead of time and stored them in mason jars with towels to absorb extra moisture. I also stored some produce in filtered water to help keep it fresh. This method worked well for me because my fruits and vegetables stayed crisp longer, were easy to grab, and didn’t spoil as quickly.

How can these practices help reduce waste and improve food security?

These practices help reduce food waste by keeping produce fresh longer, which means less food gets thrown away. When food lasts longer and is easier to use, people can make better use of what they have. This can improve food security by helping households stretch their groceries further and rely less on frequent replacements.

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- Gabrielle Millan 4/14/2026 8:41 PM
  
  Community Builder 🤝
  This is definitely a goal of mine as I work through meal prepping to keep me on top of my health goals. I appreciate you bringing knowledge around the mason jars. The goal is to have zero waste for me especially right now when the price of goods is so high! I have also been using reusable ziplock baggies when packing my lunch :)
  
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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?
Tatyana Hampton 4/14/2026 10:45 AM

How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?

Eating more fruits and vegetables helps me feel healthier, more energized, and balanced. It supports better digestion and overall well‑being. For other people, it encourages healthier habits and can help support food systems that focus on variety and nourishment. For the planet, eating less meat can reduce environmental impact and support more sustainable use of land and resources.

What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?

This week, I tried a few different fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens and fresh fruit. My favorite was the fruit because it was refreshing, easy to enjoy, and made meals feel brighter and more satisfying.

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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?
Tatyana Hampton 4/14/2026 10:44 AM

How did exercising each day impact your physical and mental resilience?

Exercising every day helped me feel more energized and steady, both physically and mentally. My body felt stronger and less tense, and I noticed I could handle stress better. Mentally, it gave me a sense of routine and accomplishment, which helped improve my mood and focus throughout the day.

What activities helped you feel stronger, more flexible, or more capable of adapting?

Strength-focused exercises helped me feel more capable and confident in my body. Stretching and mobility work improved my flexibility and reduced stiffness. Activities that mixed movement and breathing, like light cardio or stretching, helped me adapt better to challenges and recover more easily.

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