The Classic City Rotary of Athens Eco Passport is a year-long initiative to encourage members to engage in eco-friendly activities and promote environmental awareness. Members earn points by completing various sustainable actions, such as recycling, composting, attending environmental talks, and participating in service projects. ECORotary@sosuin.org
Introducing the Classic City Rotary Eco Passport: Your Guide to a Sustainable Lifestyle
Eco Passport Introduction
By Salome Alvarez, Southern Sustainability Institute, Athens, GA
Email: Blog@sosuin.org
The Classic City Rotary of Athens is proud to present the Eco Passport, a year-long initiative designed to inspire eco-conscious habits, encourage environmental action, and promote sustainability within our community. This program gives members the opportunity to earn points by completing various environmentally friendly tasks and activities, all while making a positive impact on the planet.
How It Works
Members of Classic City Rotary are invited to participate in this fun and impactful program. Each member completes sustainable activities throughout the year, earning points along the way. From composting at home to attending talks on environmental issues, the Eco Passport offers a range of challenges designed to encourage meaningful contributions to our planet’s health.
Activities are broken into easy-to-complete tasks, service projects, and environmentally-themed events. Whether you’re a beginner at sustainability or already a seasoned environmentalist, there are challenges that cater to all levels of engagement.
To get involved, you can contact us at: ECORotary@sosuin.org
Overview of the Eco Passport Challenges
With 39 unique challenges to choose from, members can take part in diverse activities that promote sustainability and environmental awareness. Here are just a few examples:
Compost at Home with a Bin from KACCB
– Composting reduces waste and creates nutrient-rich soil for gardening. Purchase a compost bin from KACCB to get started.
Opt for Paper Bags Instead of Plastic
– Make the switch to paper or reusable bags while grocery shopping to cut down on plastic waste.
Drop off Compost at One of the Collection Sites Around Athens
– Athens-Clarke County offers various compost drop-off locations to make composting even more accessible.
Participate in a Litter Pickup with Classic City Rotary
– Join fellow members in local clean-up efforts to beautify our city and reduce waste in public spaces.
Plant Pollinators in Your Garden
– Help boost biodiversity by planting flowers and plants that support pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Switch to LED Bulbs
– Upgrade your home lighting to energy-efficient LEDs, saving energy and reducing your carbon footprint.
Bring Hard-to-Recycle Items to Rotary Meetings for CHaRM Donations
– Collect and donate hard-to-recycle items like electronics and hazardous materials to CHaRM, helping to ensure safe and sustainable disposal.
Attend a Rotary Meeting Featuring an Environmental Speaker
– Learn more about environmental topics and engage in discussions with experts at Rotary meetings.
Shop at a Local Thrift Store
– Support local businesses and reduce waste by shopping second-hand for clothes and home goods.
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
– Cut down on single-use plastics by carrying a reusable water bottle wherever you go.
Those are just a few examples of the challenges you can complete in the Classic City Rotary Eco Passport program. To view the full list of 39 challenges, check it out here.
Why Participate?
By participating in the Eco Passport program, you’re joining a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to protecting the environment. Together, we can reduce waste, conserve resources, and foster a culture of sustainability within Athens.
How to Track Your Progress
Participants can log their completed challenges throughout the year, earning points for each action. At the end of the year, those who accumulate the most points will be recognized for their contributions to environmental sustainability.
Whether you’re recycling, composting, or taking part in a community project, every action counts. Join us today in making Athens a greener, more sustainable place to live.
