Calvin DeJarnett

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will use public transit 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.45 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will commute by carpool 15 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 5.3 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

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

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 3 friends, family and/or colleagues.

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

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will volunteer 10 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region.

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

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 test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.

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.