Lyric McKnight

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.

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

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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

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

I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

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

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

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

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at my school, grocery market, or workplace.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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

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