Rebecca Rehm

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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 find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers in person or by posting to social media.

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will take a walk for 60 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.