Lara Andenoro

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 45 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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

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

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will use public transit 8 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 3.27 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.