Kailee Ferguson

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 25 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 0 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will keep 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

I will avoid sending 0 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 0 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will source 4 meal(s) each day from local producers.

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

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.