James Cleland

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will contact 1 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will take a walk for 40 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

I will spend at least 40 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

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

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

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 find out who in my city makes decisions that impact bike routes and express my support for better biking infrastructure.

I will commute by bike 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.62 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

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.