Kathryn Giles

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

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

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will plant 3 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will source 15 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 recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.