Evan Shreffler

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

While global and national actions get a lot of attention, it’s often at the local community level where individuals can have the greatest input and where change is most tangible. But every community is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. I will spend 20 minutes finding out how my neighborhood, town or city is helping the environment and building local resilience.

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.

I will spend 5 minutes researching and shopping from 2 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about carbon offsets, and why they are a necessary solution in combating a climate crisis.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

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 5 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.

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 spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will avoid buying and using 10 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, including electronics and metals.

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

I will use seaweed in a new recipe.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

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