John Taylor

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

I will spend 5 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

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 replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will research and tell 1 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.

I will spend at least 200 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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 encourage my office to hold meetings virtually whenever possible instead of requiring travel.

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

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

I will write or call 4 elected official(s) telling them not to support fossil fuel subsidies and instead support wind energy generation.

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 enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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

If I buy a plane ticket, I will purchase a carbon offset.