Tom Yost

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

If I buy a plane ticket, I will purchase a carbon offset.

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

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 6 friends, family and/or colleagues.

I will host a film screening and discussion about women's and gender equality issues.

I will volunteer 2 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region.

I will give 2 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.

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

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

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 geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

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

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

I will commute by bike 6 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 7.62 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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.