Nick Otepka

Each day, I will spend 10 minutes learning about nonprofit organizations that focuses on sustainable consumption and production patterns so that I could participate in their activities.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

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.

Throughout the day, I will note the single-use plastics I use and consider the reusable options available to me.