Justin Bland

For an upcoming vacation, I will spend 60 minutes planning out a staycation in my region. For reference, one several hour flight releases the equivalent of nearly 14% of the annual emissions from a car.

I will spend 30 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.

I will watch 2 documentaries about climate change.

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

I spend 60 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.

I will replace 4 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

I will watch 2 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

I will watch 2 documentaries about education or work.

To reduce CO2 emissions each day, I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

Each day, I will spend 5 minutes learning about these SDGs and talk with 8 people about what I learned.

Each day, I will spend 5 minutes learning about these SDGs and talk with 8 people about what I learned.

I will watch 2 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 1 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

Using Seafood Watch's list, I will enjoy 1 sustainable seafood meals each day.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

Each day, I will spend 15 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

I will watch 2 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

I will volunteer 4 hours in my community.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally). As an example, a plane from New York to Los Angeles (~2,450 miles) generates about 65 tons of carbon dioxide.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.