Robert Panepinto

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.

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

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

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.

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

I will commute by carpool 99 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 39.98 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

After researching the incentives at the federal, state, utility, and local levels, I will contact a local installer/distributor for a solar panel installation consultation on my house.

I will contact a local installer/distributor to see if a solar water heater makes sense for my house.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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