Uri Perrin

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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

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

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

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

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

I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 2 friends, family and/or colleagues.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.