Carmen Ramirez

I will spend 30 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

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

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will spend at least 30 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

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

I will replace 18 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will commute by carpool 100 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 93.98 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.