Nate McFarland

I will substitute half of my meat consumption with plant-based foods to save an average of $420 on groceries and over 7 tons of carbon emissions per year.

Instead of flying, I will compare alternative travel methods for my next long-distance trip.

I will switch to an electric vehicle and save at least $800 in fuel costs alone and prevent about 3 tons of carbon emissions compared to a typical gasoline-powered car every year.

I will avoid keeping or transporting heavy objects in the car because this practice more quickly depletes fuel, improving my fuel economy by 1% for every 100 pounds of excess weight removed.

I will source meal(s) per day from local producers. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.

If I have to fly, I will choose to offset the CO2 emissions of my flight by purchasing a carbon offset.

I will avoid using disposable plates, cups, or utensils. Instead, I will use long-lasting and reusable materials.

After conducting online research about available models, I will complete a test drive at a local dealer.

I will keep my tires properly inflated to maximize my vehicle's fuel efficiency.

The average American wastes over $400 and tons of energy on uneaten food per year, I will save that money and reduce the amount of food I waste by effectively meal planning, not overordering, and composting or donating leftover food.

I will avoid sending food waste to the landfill by composting my food or learning how to.