Ashley Jones

I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out if my city, region, state, or country offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about the legacy of redlining and how city planning and environmental justice issues are interconnected.

I will set up a visit or a virtual tour of a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day or 450 gallons (1,680 L) a month by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water a day or 330 gallons (1,230 L) a month by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will donate to nonprofits that install clean cookstoves in low-income countries.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

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

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Solutions.

I will contact a local installer/distributor to see if a solar water heater makes sense for my house.

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will calculate the greenhouse gas emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce my negative impact on the environment.

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.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

Spend 15 minutes browsing the new World Climate Hub website, hosted by Deloitte US Sustainability!

Email a photo of the tree or pollinator you planted during the campaign dates to the Pittsburgh Green Team Mailbox (PittsburghGreenTeam@deloitte.com) for a chance to win a $25 gift card to a sustainable retailer. First 15 people to email are eligible.

Sponsored by our Pittsburgh Green Team lead, Bert Maier. Select this activity in order to qualify for the chance to "Beat Bert!" during the Pittsburgh Green Team EchoChallenge. This will be a daily action to help remind you to Beat Bert!

If you have kids at home, encourage them to create a logo for Deloitte NPSI using scrap paper and any crayons, markers, or materials you have in your home. Email a photo of the final product to Emma Howe (emhowe@deloitte.com) for a chance to be featured in our Earth Month recap email and potential future internal communications!

Sign up for Plant Your Change to round up your purchases and plant one tree for every transaction on your personal credit card. Link to sign up found below!

Spend 15 minutes browsing the new World Climate Hub website, hosted by Deloitte US Sustainability! Link to be added soon.

NPSI will be hosting a month-long giving campaign during April. Donate via the NPSI philanthropy cloud website linked below!

On Wednesday, April 28th, Deloitte NPSI is hosting a panel with senior leaders at the firm to discuss the intersections between climate, health and justice. Invite to be added soon!

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.