Lauren Fleming

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 host a film screening and discussion about women's and gender equality issues.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 5 friends, family and/or colleagues.

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

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