RAJISH RAMOUTAR

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

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 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will source 1 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 spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

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

I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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 15 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.