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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!
"Our mission is to cultivate a sustainable, self-sufficient environment through mindful living and hands-on learning. From composting, recycling, to rainwater collection and growing our own food, we strive to live in harmony with the earth and pass on what we’ve learned to those ready to carry it forward."
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.
Wasting food also wastes water, energy, and resources. I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.
Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 2 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
Energy-efficient lighting is a bright idea. I will replace 12 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
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!
We will create a compost pile with our food scraps for future planting projects.
Idling cars wastes fuel, contributes to climate change, and pollutes the air in our communities. I will turn off my engine when waiting in my car to reduce air pollution and carbon emissions.
