Brandy Hemmersbach

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.

After researching the incentives at the federal, state, utility, and local levels, I will contact a local installer/distributor for a solar panel installation consultation on my house.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

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

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

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

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

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 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 3 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will donate to supply a community with reproductive health supplies.

I will spend at least 3. minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on electric and fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will spend at least 3 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will spend at least 3 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend at least 2 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will spend at least 3 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.