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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.

Greenhouse gases found in old refrigerants are up to 10,900 times more potent than carbon dioxide. I will help eliminate these gases through the purchase of offset credits to ensure we all have a planet we can thrive on.

I will write or call 4 elected official(s) telling them not to support fossil fuel subsidies and instead support wind energy generation.

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 spend at least 20 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

I will plant 3 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend 30 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.

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

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 75 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

I will spend at least 45 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.