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"I'm participating in Eco Challenge because I've been interested in sustainability for many years and try to be a good consumer (keep ecology & sustainability in mind), but there is certainly more to learn and consider than I even knew! "

Kate's points

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 141 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    35
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    35
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen

Kate's actions

Basic Needs & Security

Know Your Produce

SDG #2 Zero Hunger

I will visit ewg.org to learn about and use their Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen produce lists.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Work-Life Balance

SDG #8 Work & Economy

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily rest during work days to practice work-life balance.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Spend Time Outside

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will replace 20 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.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Climate & Ecosystems

Support Local Pollinators

SDG #15 Life On Land

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Induction Cooking

SDG #7 Energy

I will spend 15 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Create A Readiness Plan

SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure

I will develop a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure

I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Calculate Your Carbon Impact

SDG #13 Climate

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.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed


  • Kate Hartwig's avatar
    Kate Hartwig 4/19/2022 8:21 AM
    I am finding it hard to do the daily check in with as busy as things are. :-) This is on my mind, though! Blessings to all.

    • Brian Nelson (SSC)'s avatar
      Brian Nelson (SSC) 4/19/2022 9:52 AM
      If you're still getting your personal actions done, you can go back and mark previous days.  :)

  • Kate Hartwig's avatar
    Kate Hartwig 3/28/2022 3:39 PM
    I've completed my introductory steps! I look forward to starting on the actions I selected.