Erin Gorman

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

I will spend 15 minutes each day researching businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants that I can support when shopping.

Planet Money recently interviewed the co-founders of Tradewater to learn about the dangerous impact that old refrigerants have on our environment. I will listen to the podcast to learn more about this necessary solution in fighting a climate crisis.

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

I will test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will encourage my office to hold meetings virtually whenever possible instead of requiring travel.

I will avoid buying and using 4 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.