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LED Lighting
I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics, Distributed Solar Photovoltaics
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.
Sustainable Intensification for Smallholders
I will spend 15 minutes researching businesses owned by women, immigrants, and Black, Indigenous, and people of color that I can support when shopping.
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
High-Efficiency Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Methane Digesters
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Small Hydropower, Micro Wind Turbines, Microgrids
I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.
Forest Protection
I will contact 2 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws, as well as the rights of local people to protect and restore the land in their communities.
Nutrient Management
I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
All Buildings Solutions
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings Solutions.
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
All Electricity Solutions
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Solutions.
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