Cassandra Wilk

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will set up or join a recycling program at my workplace or school.

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

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Drawdown Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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

I will avoid buying and using 1 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 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.

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.

Power off individual workstations before leaving for weekends, vacations, and other off days.

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