Lonna Berg

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 spend at least 15 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

I will watch Drawdown’s Climate Solutions 101 and share what I learned with others.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org and download the app to commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will use seaweed in a new recipe.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions, and opting out of junk mail.

I will explore the interactive map in the links below to find a supermarket that does not use HFC refrigerants near my home.

Using Drawdown's Job Function Action Guide, I will learn about climate actions I can take at work.

I will complete a plastics audit to see where plastics show up in my life and determine how I can reduce the use of single-use plastics.

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

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

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.