Emma Webb

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I will spend 45 minutes researching and shopping from 3 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in creating or purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers or post to social media.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org and download the app to commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will avoid buying and using 5 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will start a compost or worm bin where I live.

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

Using the Seafood Watch guide, I will feature a sustainable seafood ingredient in a new recipe.