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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Earth Day Ecochallenge expert in no time!
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.
Bringing home unique souvenirs from trips you’ve enjoyed is meaningful, and giving people unique gifts from other places is fun. Seek souvenirs and gifts that support local communities and do not cause harm to the environment or wildlife.
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals. If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
I will connect with at least 3 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 3 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
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?