Tim Mertsock

I will express my love and gratitude for our planet by writing a love letter, poem, song or taking a picture. I will share it with others on my social media channels, in person, or as an Earth Month Ecochallenge feed reflection.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

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 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about equitable food access and how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

Throughout the day I will track my purchases and then research the companies making these goods.

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 spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women and girl's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend 15 minutes each day studying the toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products around my home.

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