Palak Shah

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

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

I will take a walk for 45 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

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.

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.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 240 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

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

Reduce your carbon footprint by switching from fossil fuel to solar powered energy source.

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

I will spend 5 minutes each day researching businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants that I can support when shopping.

I will commute by bike 20 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

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

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 spend at least 20 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.

I will spend at least 40 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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