Rob Andrejewski

I will tell friends and/or colleagues about the Ecochallenge and share information about how to get involved.

I will visit a local refill store to fill up on bulk items and reduce purchasing of plastic.

I will tour the campus solar array. The tour will meet at the solar array on the roof of the Weinstein Center for Recreation at 11:30 a.m.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will take 10 minutes to learn how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land.

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

I will spend 15 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 10 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will attend a tour of the Eco-Corridor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. to learn more about biodiversity and native species on our campus by utilizing the app iNaturalist.

I will attend the closing keynote lecture given by David Orr.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will learn about water use in food production and eat less water intensive foods.

I will participate in the composting program on campus or compost my food scraps at home.

I will buy local produce and meats when shopping for groceries.

I will make responsible and sustainable seafood choices.

I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by keeping my showers under 5 minutes.

I will attend a roundtable hosted by global experts and UR community members.

I will attend the International Dinner at Heilman Dining Hall.

I will attend the Local-Global Sustainability Fair at Tyler Haynes Commons.

I will attend keynote addresses by Steve DeRoy & the Transboundary Commission of the Juruá/Yurúa River.

I will keep lights, electronics and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will attend a roundtable hosted by global experts and UR community members.

I will attend the keynote address from Francisco Piyãko and Chief Walt "Red Hawk" Brown.

I will attend the screening of Headwaters Down from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. to learn more about the James River from local filmmakers.

I will visit the Eco-Corridor for a self-guided tour between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to slow down, destress, and engage in mindfulness stations.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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

I will spend 10 minutes learning about equity and inclusion resources on campus and in Richmond.

I will meet 1 new office, dorm, or apartment neighbors each day.

I will use the resource links and spend 15 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 spend 15 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.

I will offer to help person(s) who are in need each day.

I will attend the opening keynote addresses for International Education Week from Daniel Wildcat and Jacinta Ruru in the International Center.