Chloe Berge

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus to reduce pollution in the environment and in local communities.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will spend 5 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community while observing best practices in my region for not spreading COVID-19.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will use the resource links provided below and spend 60 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 45 minute(s) each day.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will spend 60 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.