Track to Cut: Reduce Freshwater Waste at Home
Freshwater may not seem connected to oceans—but the way we use water at home affects entire ecosystems downstream. By simply tracking your daily water use, you can become more aware, reduce waste, and protect freshwater sources before they reach the sea supporting SDG 14: Life Below Water. Why This Small Action Matters How to Do It […]
Sitting for long periods has quietly become one of the biggest health risks of modern life. A simple 30-second posture reset every half hour can make a real difference. A simple 30-second posture reset every half hour supports SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being by promoting everyday preventive health and reducing the long-term risks associated […]
Flush with Care: Skip the Flush for Tissues and Hair
A Tiny Toilet Habit That Protects Big Water Systems To help achieve SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, here’s a micro-action that takes no more than a habit shift: Stop flushing tissues, hair, or floss. Use a bin instead. Though it seems harmless, flushing non-toilet waste clogs sewer systems, contaminates waterways, and strains water treatment infrastructure. […]
Click & Confirm: One Privacy Check That Empowers Democracy
A Tiny Habit That Strengthens Institutions Before signing up for a new app or online service, take one extra click to review its privacy permissions—looking at what personal data it asks for (camera, microphone, location, contacts, etc.). Only grant permissions that are essential for the app to work. This daily micro-action supports SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and […]
Tag a Local Cause: Use Your Platform to Amplify Impact
Small Action, Big Signal You don’t need to run a campaign or build an app to support the Global Goals. A simple yet powerful action? Tag or mention one verified local nonprofit or initiative on your next social media post—whether it’s a neighborhood food bank, clean-up drive, education center, or health program. Even if you have […]
Cool Smart: Lower Your Fridge by 1 Degree to Cut Energy Use
One Tiny Twist That Cools Your Energy Bills—and the Planet The next time you open your fridge, do this: reduce the temperature by just 1 °C (about 2 °F). That’s it. This small, single action helps your refrigerator run more efficiently, lowers your electricity bill, and supports global efforts toward cleaner, more sustainable energy. It’s an effortless adjustment that […]
Update One App a Day: Build a Safer Digital World
A Tiny Tap to Strengthen the World’s Digital Infrastructure Each day, take 30 seconds to update one app, browser extension, or device software—especially the ones you rarely open. While it might not seem world-changing, this habit improves cyber-resilience, reduces digital waste, and contributes to a more secure and reliable global tech ecosystem. This small action directly supports SDG […]
Screen Before You Stream: Reduce Digital Waste
A Smarter Way to Binge—Without Wasting Resources Before you hit “play” on that next video or music track, take 10 seconds to check if you’re actually watching or listening—or just letting it run in the background. If you’re not using it, pause or close the tab. This small, conscious habit helps reduce digital energy waste—and supports SDG 12: […]
Wash Smart, Dry Smart: Keep Microplastics Out of Our Oceans
A Simple Laundry Shift That Protects Life Below Water Every time you do laundry, you have the chance to protect marine life. How? By doing two simple things: These micro-actions help prevent plastic fiber pollution from reaching oceans and rivers, supporting SDG 14: Life Below Water, which aims to reduce marine pollution and preserve aquatic ecosystems. Why This […]
Scan the Label: Choose Smarter Packaging to Protect Nature
A 5-Second Habit That Safeguards Forests and Wildlife Every time you buy something—whether online or in-store—pause for five seconds to check the packaging. Choose products that use paper/cardboard or recyclable plastic over non-recyclable, multi-layered plastics or foils. This small habit supports SDG 15: Life on Land, helping reduce land-based pollution and protect ecosystems from the […]