Devon Golem

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will source 5 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.

Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their household.

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will contact a local installer/distributor to see if a solar water heater makes sense for my house.

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will take a walk for 20 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

I will donate to Native American Rights Fund, which protects tribal natural resources and environmental rights and promotes Native American Human Rights.

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by participating in a training, workshop, or presentation.

I will spend at least 90 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 60 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

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 tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

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

I will spend 10 minutes each day researching businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants that I can support when shopping.

I will spend at least 90 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact bike routes and express my support for better biking infrastructure.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

I will visit Tradewater’s website to learn more about carbon offsets, and why they are a necessary solution in combating a climate crisis.

I will spend at least 90 minutes researching other Drawdown Food, Agriculture, and Land Use Solutions.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.

If I buy a plane ticket, I will purchase a carbon offset.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will give 3 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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 watch the introductory video on Drawdown Solutions with Dr. Elizabeth Bagley of Project Drawdown. This excellent presentation provides a primer on how Drawdown solutions reverse greenhouse gas emissions and shares stories of congregations and groups putting solutions into action. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHoA25g1tys