Holly Denman

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I'm up for a serious challenge! I will only eat food that has been raised and cultivated within a hundred-mile radius of where I live.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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 learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or utensils.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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

I will sign up for a local CSA (Consumer-supported Agriculture).

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.