L Dang

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

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

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 60 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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 cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

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

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

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

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will spend 15 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

Through social media, I will raise awareness about gender inequity in education by sharing the information found in the links below.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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 am really concerned about the impact of rising ocean temperatures and plastics on whales, sea turtles, and other ocean mammals.

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

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.