Chang Riva

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

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

I will spend at least 2 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

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

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

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

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will spend at least 2 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

If I have to buy paper products, I will only purchase products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

I will donate to Cool Effect's cookstove projects or another nonprofit that installs clean cookstoves in low-income countries.

I will spend at least 2 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 2 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 2 friends, family and/or colleagues.

I will spend at least 2 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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

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