Emma Miller

I will spend at least 15 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on electric and fuel-efficient vehicles

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 researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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

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

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.

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

Through social media, I will raise awareness about gender inequity in education by sharing the information found in the links below.