Alix Greenblatt

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

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

I will spend at least 25 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

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.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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