Abbey Ende

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 source 2 meal(s) from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will spend at least 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

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

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will spend at least 45 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

I will share stats on gender inequity in education with my social media feed to raise awareness.

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.

I will commute by carpool 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.77 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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