Sophie Mannes

I will contact 5 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

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

I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

I will spend at least 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

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

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

I will commute by carpool 3 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.62 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.