Pat Sanchez

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

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

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

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

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

I will create a plan to and advocate for solar installation at my business, apartment building, or campus.

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

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

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

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

I will donate to The Nature Conservancy, which works with Indigenous Peoples to secure land tenure and resource rights, support improved governance and local institutions, assist in natural resource mapping, planning and management; and strengthen livelihoods and sustainable economic development.

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

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.