Michelle Scroggie

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 20 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 2 friends, family and/or colleagues.

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

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

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

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

I will donate one or more Femme Kits to help girls overcome health and sanitation barriers to being able to attend school.

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

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

I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will spend at least 40 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will spend at least 25 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

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

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day.

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

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

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