Pavlina Monova

I will source 20 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.

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

Each day, I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about the legacy of redlining and how city planning and environmental justice issues are interconnected.

I will donate to nonprofits that install clean cookstoves in low-income countries.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.

I will host a virtual film screening and discussion about women's and gender equality issues.

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 spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will set up or join a recycling program at my workplace or school.

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 share a business carbon calculator and encourage my organization to improve our sustainable practices.

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

I will spend 5 minutes finding out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will raise funds to help make school affordable for girls around the world.

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

I will plan ahead to use paper products only 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 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions, and opting out of junk mail.

I will donate to supply a community with reproductive health supplies.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water a day or 330 gallons (1,230 L) a month by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.