Sylvan Gates

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will take a walk for 20 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

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

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

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

I will write or call 7 elected official(s) telling them not to support fossil fuel subsidies and instead support wind energy generation.

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

I will connect with a local nonprofit working on womens' or girls' issues in my community, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.

I will contact 7 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

I will contact 5 elected officials to voice my opinion on the importance of restoring farmland in my region, including both public and private land.