Victoria Wiseman

I will plant 4 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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.

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 prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

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

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 30 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will spend 20 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

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

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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

I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

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 Practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

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 spend at least 15 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.