Tsai wendy

I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

I will replace or remove products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

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

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 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.

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 only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

I will donate to Cool Effect's cookstove projects or another nonprofit that installs clean cookstoves in low-income countries.

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

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

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

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

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

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.