Susan Dawes

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

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 60 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

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

I will source 80 percent of my food 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 plant 10 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will support a community garden by volunteering, donating, or advocating for a new or existing one.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

Insects are a low impact alternative to mammals and fish for protein.

I will buy organic cotton and foods grown without the use of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will give 5 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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

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

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