Joyce Lu

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 geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will source 2 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 buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

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.

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

If I have to buy paper products, I will only purchase products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

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

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

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

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

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

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.