Jude Singer

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

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

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

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 30 friends, family and/or colleagues.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will volunteer 3 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

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