Alice McGrath

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

I will watch 4 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

I will watch 4 documentaries about education or work.

I will watch 4 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

Each day, I will track my purchases to identify my spending habits. This will allow me to see what purchases can be reduced.

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

I spend 30 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.

I will watch 4 documentaries about climate change.

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

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will write to a school, community learning center, or education leader I admire to express my thanks for their sustainability work and find out how I can get involved.

I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.