James Jeon

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

I will start a compost bin where I live.

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

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

I will spend at least 60 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

I will volunteer 3 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region.

I will spend 120 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 129 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

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 commute by bike 10 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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 enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

Planet Money recently interviewed the co-founders of Tradewater to learn about the dangerous impact that old refrigerants have on our environment. I will listen to the podcast to learn more about this necessary solution in fighting a climate crisis.

I will source 75 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 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 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.

I will commit to picking up 5 pieces of trash from the ground. Just imagine, if all of us everyday picked up 5 pieces of trash. In no time, there would no be more litter left in our neighborhood! The trash that we see on the streets can end up going to the ocean (if you live near one), or stuck somewhere for animals to eat and get sick from. Due to Covid, I'll have to be cautious and make sure to wash my hands right after,

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about the legacy of redlining and how city planning and environmental justice issues are interconnected.

I will connect with a local nonprofit working on issues affecting women, girls, and/or trans/nonbinary people in my community, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.