Ingrid Halvorson

I will spend at least 25 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 45 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

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 learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

Each day, I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will spend 45 minutes researching cattle feed and manure management, or visiting a dairy farm to learn about their farming practices.

I will spend 45 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.

I will spend at least 45 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.

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

I will spend at least 17 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will spend at least 20 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

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.