Matt Rundquist

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 commute by bike 6 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.2 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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 spend at least 20 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

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

I will give 1 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.

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

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

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

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 test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.