James Cullin

I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.

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

I will contact a local installer/distributor to see if a solar water heater makes sense for my house.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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

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

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the EcoChallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.

I will connect with a local nonprofit working on womens' or girls' issues in my community, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

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

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will use public transit 20 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 4.43 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.