Israel Ortiz

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

I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Solutions.

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

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

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 contact 5 elected officials to voice my opinion on the importance of restoring farmland in my region, including both public and private land.

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Earth Month Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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

I will write 1 letter(s) or email(s) per day to a public official or representative to advocate for policies that protect wetlands.

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

I will encourage my office to hold meetings virtually whenever possible instead of requiring travel.

I will research and tell 10 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.