Laura Yates

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

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will contact 4 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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

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

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

I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

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

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

I will buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

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

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.