Emma Light

I will pick up litter on-campus or in Richmond for ___ minutes.

I will visit the on-campus "free store", known as the Spider Exchange, to donate unneeded items or "shop" for free from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Spider Exchange is located at 24D New Frat Row.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable beverage containers to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or water bottle.

I will enjoy the sunrise and sunset.

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

I will spend 10 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will replace 20 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 learn about water use in food production and eat less water intensive foods.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will make responsible and sustainable seafood choices.

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.

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

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 shop from women-owned businesses today.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.

I will use the resource links and spend 30 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 30 minutes learning about equity and inclusion resources on campus and in Richmond.

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

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