Shane Hansen

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

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 some other small improvement.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

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

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 use the resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 30 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will save up to 8 gallons (32 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow shower-head.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.

I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).

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 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 3 gallons (11 L) of water per faucet every day.