Ambia Aguirre

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 4 friends, family and/or colleagues.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

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

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

I will buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will share stats on gender inequity in education with my social media feed to raise awareness.

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will replace or remove products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will spend at least 30 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will source 2 meal(s) from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.