Bridgette Doherty

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

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

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

I will support women-owned businesses when I shop this month.

If I have to buy paper products, I will only purchase products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will donate one or more Femme Kits to help girls overcome health and sanitation barriers to being able to attend school.