PLEDGE #1:
Rethink Transportation
Air travel contributes up to 9% of human contribution to climate change.
Pledge to…
- Take ground transportation when possible
- Bike, walk, carpool, or take public transit when possible
- If possible consider your next car to be hybrid or electric
PLEDGE #2: Buy Local
Think Global: Save energy, reduce emissions and promote community through local consumerism
Pledge to…
- Support local farmers and purchase groceries at farmers markets when possible
- Buy fruits and vegetables that are in season
- Discover local sources for other needs
- Get involved with local organizations
PLEDGE #3:
Think Smaller (Families)
Family sizes are important factors for our individual contributions to climate change.
Pledge to…
- Advocate for reproductive health services and education
- Get informed to consider smaller family size (1-2 children) and/or adoption
PLEDGE #4:
Vote
Political power has an enormous impact on sustainable change
Pledge to…
- Learn about green and sustainable policies to counter climate change
- Elect and support national and local officials who support sustainable policies and decision-making
PLEDGE #5:
Minimize Waste
Recycle, Reduce, Resue, and Repair
Pledge to…
- Utilize recycling systems and advocate for improved recycling programs
- Eliminate single-use items in your daily life such as food containers, utensils, paper cups, and plastic bags
- Take care to extend the life of your material items and learn to make repairs
- Purchase used items whenever possible by shopping at thrift stores and used marketplaces
PLEDGE #6:
Green your home
Make your living space environmentally friendly
Pledge to…
- Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient bulbs and purchase high-efficiency appliances
- Ensure that your home is properly insulated
- Avoid extreme climate control (for example, air conditioning or heating) and only use when necessary
- Wash clothing in cold water and hang to dry
PLEDGE #7 :
Share
Create a community of climate fighters by sharing your commitment
Pledge to…
- Share the pledge on social media accounts
- For youth: talk to your parents and grandparents about climate change and urge them to take action by taking the pledge
PLEDGE #8 :
Go Plant-Based
Sustainable eating
Pledge to…
- Consider going vegan or vegetarian.
- Consider eating meat only on special occasions such as holidays.
- Consider our vegetarian challenge: eating vegetarian at least every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- Consider cutting back on your consumption of dairy and animal products.
- If you are eating meat, get informed about sustainable farming and fishing practices and find local suppliers of these products.
- Consider checking out Beyonce’s Vegan Meal planning App: 22 days nutrition or Mark Bittman’s Book “How to Cook Everything Vegetarian”
PLEDGE #9 :
Stay Connected
Pledge to…
- Watch our monthly webinar series dedicated to climate education and advocacy efforts. Participating with friends and families is highly encouraged. Webinars will also include topics that support global mental health including the development of resilience.