Rachael Shearouse

I will use a fan instead of a window air conditioner.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will work with my school to make my campus more bike friendly.

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

I will join one of the Waterkeeper Alliance's clean water campaigns to combat pollution and preserve clean water sources.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will not purchase anything but food during the challenge.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will advocate for a composting program at my school. If a composting program exists, I will advocate ways to improve and expand it.

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

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will make my environmental actions visible by posting on social media using the #EcoChallenge hashtag.

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

I will plant an herb garden or window pot in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will replace 20 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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