JENNIFER DRAKE

I will spend at least 45 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

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

I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will source 20 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 spend at least 20 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

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

I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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