Alethea Ramirez

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

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

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

I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.

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

I will replace 15 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will plant 3 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

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

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

I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

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

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