Romain Vernay

I will buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the EcoChallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

I will replace or remove products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.