Mazda Hsieh

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

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

I will contact 14 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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

I will contact 14 elected officials to voice my opinion on the importance of restoring farmland in my region, including both public and private land.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.