Erin Ferry

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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

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

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

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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.