Radim Nesvadba

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on electric and fuel-efficient vehicles

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will source 50 percent of my food from local producers each day. 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.

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.

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.

After researching the incentives at the federal, state, utility, and local levels, I will contact a local installer/distributor for a solar panel installation consultation on my house.

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

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

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

I will research and tell 1 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings Solutions.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities. Fixing leaky faucets can save up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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

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