Kamila Karbowy

I will volunteer 5 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region to learn about the importance of wetlands.

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 use seaweed in a new recipe.

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

I will support a community garden by volunteering, donating, or advocating for a new or existing one.

I will spend 40 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers or post to social media.

I will spend at least 013 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will set up a visit or a virtual tour of a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

I will spend 20 minutes researching and shopping from 20 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.

I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.

I will commute by carpool 60 miles per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will take a walk for 80 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

I will test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact bike routes and express my support for better biking infrastructure.

I will commute by bike 50 miles each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will spend at least 50 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

I will plant 3 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 50 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.