Ashley Collins

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will spend 10 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the 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 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 spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.