Marionna Cane

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 spend at least 10 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 3 friends, family, and/or colleagues.

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will cook 1 meals with zero-waste each day.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by participating in a training, workshop, or presentation.

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

I will start a compost or worm bin where I live.

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

Each day, I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about protecting and restoring macroalgae/seaweed.

I will use seaweed in a new recipe.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

Each day, I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.

I will ask my local seafood market or grocery store if their seafood is sustainable and share the Seafood Watch resources so they can stock sustainable options.

I will spend 15 minutes researching cattle feed and manure management, or visiting a dairy farm to learn about their farming practices.

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

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

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

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.