Juliet Seibel

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 2 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.

Through social media or on the Earth Day Ecochallenge feed, I will share my favorite environmentally friendly habit with my friends, even if it’s not an Earth Day action.

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options in my state and/or community.

I will express my love and gratitude for our Earth by writing a love letter, poem, or song to Earth.

Avoid beauty products with micro beads or harsh chemicals that will feed into the ground and your water supply.

I will replace 30 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 1 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 spend at least 20 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 3 vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.