Monica Fleisher

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, making sure to not contaminate recyclables with non-recyclables.

I will Practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I will spend at least 5 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

I will spend at least 5 minute(s) watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will start or tend a garden at my home, whether in my yard or in containers on a porch or windowsill.

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minute(s) learning about plane-related emissions, alternative fuels, and carbon offsets.

I will spend at least 15 minute(s) researching what my city is doing to lower the carbon footprint of public transit.