Ciarra DiPiazza

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

Carpool with coworker each day to work

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cups to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will volunteer 3 hours in my community during the challenge.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will work from home 2 days to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 61 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 60 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

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

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