Monique Martindale

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will research and tell 1 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.

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

I will spend at least 25 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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 plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend at least 90 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

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

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

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.

I will enjoy 3 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will spend at least 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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