Joyce Gorrell

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

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

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

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.

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

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact bike routes and express my support for better biking infrastructure.

I will donate one or more Femme Kits to help girls overcome health and sanitation barriers to being able to attend school.

I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will support women-owned businesses when I shop this month.

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

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 learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.