Kathleen Chainey

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.

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

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 research and tell 10 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.

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 spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will donate to supply a community with reproductive health supplies.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

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 enjoy 6 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will spend 30 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

I will donate 5 Femme Kit(s) to help girls overcome health and sanitation barriers to being able to attend school.

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