Myzell Lambert

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Drawdown Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will research and tell 5 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.

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 spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

Using the Seafood Watch guide, I will feature a sustainable seafood ingredient in a new recipe.

Each day, I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.

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

I will start a compost or worm bin where I live.

I will use seaweed in a new recipe.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org and download the app to commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will watch Drawdown’s Climate Solutions 101 and share what I learned with others.

I will spend 10 minutes researching and shopping from 10 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.

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 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 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.

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

I will support a community garden by volunteering, donating, or advocating for a new or existing one.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day or 450 gallons (1,680 L) a month by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.

I will set up a visit or a virtual tour of a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

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

Using Drawdown's Job Function Action Guide, I will learn about climate actions I can take at work.