Suzanne Osborne

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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

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 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

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

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 spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will spend at least 30 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 research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will contact 1 elected officials to voice my opinion on the importance of restoring farmland in my region, including both public and private land.

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 donate to supply a community with reproductive health supplies.

I will spend at least 30 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.