Carolyn Cosgrove Payne

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will use public transit 8 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.27 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

I will commute by bike 8 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 7.83 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.