Rhiannon Skelly

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

Through my social media channels, in person, or as an Earth Month Ecochallenge feed reflection, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.

I will replace 30 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.

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

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

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

For an upcoming vacation, I will plan a staycation in my region.

I will volunteer to tutor in my community at least once this month.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.

Of nearly 44 million U.S. renter households in 2019, more than 45% paid rent equal to 30% or more of their gross household income. I will spend 10 minutes learning about a renters bill of rights and affordable housing.

I will volunteer hour(s) in my community.

In my community, I will volunteer at a community shelter, food pantry or soup kitchen.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs.

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.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about equitable food access and how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

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

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning about these SDGs.