Rizwana Ahmed

I will make 5 phone calls and/or send 10 emails to public officials to advocate for water habitat protection and clean up in my region.

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

I will watch 1 documentaries about climate change.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

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

Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.

I will organize a book club to read about climate change and sustainability.

I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me each day to raise my awareness of how much waste I produce.

I will replace 2 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will watch 2 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 20 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.