Carissa Denehy

I will Practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I will avoid using energy during peak hours from 4-9pm to reduce the strain on the power grid and save money.

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 replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will avoid using energy during peak hours from 4-9pm to reduce the strain on the power grid and save money.

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

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

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

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

I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Drawdown 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 prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.