HJ Ku

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

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 spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

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

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

I will use public transit 50 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

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 upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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

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

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

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

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