Do you have what it takes to give up single use plastic? Idle less? Shower quicker? Join us for our community Go Green Challenge kicking off on July 1, 2022.

The Community Go Green Challenge encourages individuals, families, schools, organizations, and businesses to be environmental superheroes and challenge themselves to reduce their environmental footprint. There will be great prizes for the top three participants and tons of fun and inspiration to make sustainable life changes.  

Over the 30 days our local superheroes will complete actions related to food, waste, energy, water conservation, transportation and climate change. We’ll provide you with tips and learning opportunities to help you succeed in each area!

Challenge Details:

This challenge runs from July 1 to 30, 2022. By registering, you will receive challenges that will be released throughout the month. Each completed challenge will give you points. 

How to Register:

  1. Download the GooseChase app on a mobile device.
  2. Create one account for each person that is participating in the Go Green Challenge
  3. Once you have an account, you can find the challenge by using the name “Aurora's Go Green Challenge” or you can use the game code: “8XL5KJ” to find us.
  4. Complete the 'Who Gets the Glory Challenge' (tell us your name), and then wait for the rest of the missions when the challenge officially kicks off on July 1!

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 participants as follows:

1st place: $150 giftcard

2nd place: $100 giftcard

3rd place: $50 giftcard

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 Who can participate in the Go Green Challenge?
While only Aurora residents and business owners are eligible for prizes, the Go Green Challenge is open to everyone for participation and is family friendly. The more people who join our movement, the more change will happen to support a thriving planet.
 What is an example of a challenge?
Each challenge will support an environmental/sustainability theme. Specific Go Green Challenge missions will not be released until July 1st, but will include challenges such as reducing certain single-use plastics, washing all laundry in cold water, not idling your car and meal planning.
 What does the Go Green Challenge aim to accomplish?
The Go Green Challenge aims to create awareness of the impact of everyday actions, and to empower and mobilize our community to take action and reduce their environmental footprint. 
 Do I need to be an expert on environmental issues?
Nope! All you need is an open mind and willingness to change! Regardless of your current knowledge and lifestyle practices, if you are open to change, ready to learn, and want to make a difference, you are the perfect person to take this challenge!
 Does it cost anything to participate?
 No! This challenge is free and tons of fun!
 Why should I get involved?
 

There are many reasons to get involved! But we've listed our top three below. In just one month, you will:

  • Learn the benefits of eco living through full immersion. You’ll come out with a new, more conscious lens through which to live your life.
  • Reduce your carbon footprint. Making a difference for the planet begins with individual actions.
  • Save money. Green lifestyles as you will see are generally a bit easier on the wallet!