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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Earth Day Ecochallenge expert in no time!
"Christ Presbyterian Church GreenFaith Mission Statement • Out of gratitude to our Loving Creator, who made this garden planet our home and entrusts it to our care, we commit to “demonstrate responsible stewardship honoring God’s earth, its resources, people and all creatures.” • As disciples of Jesus Christ, we “welcome the joy and accept the work” of supporting our neighbors to care for this good earth and its people by our own example at church, at home, at work and at play. • Confident in the power of the Spirit of Life, we hold firm the hope that God will use us as human co-creators to sustain all creatures. "
To reduce my consumption and waste and support my community, I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
I will replace 120 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.
I will connect with at least 2 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
I will scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading into the dishwasher and only run the dishwasher when it’s full.
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?