Cole Maguire

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

I will practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in creating or purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

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

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.

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

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

I will explore the interactive map in the links below to find a supermarket that does not use HFC refrigerants near my home.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions, and opting out of junk mail.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 15 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

I will avoid buying and using 1 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, including electronics and metals.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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.