Karen Hermsen

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will write or call 3 elected official(s) telling them not to support fossil fuel subsidies and instead support wind energy generation.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

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 source 1 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 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

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