Steve Stelzer

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

I will spend at least 10 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 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

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

I will use public transit 11 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to -1.51 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

I will commute by carpool 11 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.13 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

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