Alice Lin

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

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 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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 spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

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

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will spend at least 20 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

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

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

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

I will create a plan to and advocate for solar installation at my business, apartment building, or campus.

I will share stats on gender inequity in education with my social media feed to raise awareness.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

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.