Zolton M

Organizations have a responsibility to make sustainable business decisions. To understand how to improve sustainable practices, it’s important to start with understanding the current impact. I will share the Tradewater Business Carbon Calculator with my organization.

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will research what it would take to replace my arena's fossil fuel powered zamboni with an electric or renewable energy zamboni.

I will fundraise to replace my arena's fossil fuel powered zamboni with an electric or renewable energy zamboni, which would save up to 667kgs of CO2 per month.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 725 kgs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day.

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.

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

I will create a plan to and advocate for solar installation at my business, apartment building, or campus.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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

I will install an alternative energy system, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will spend 30 minutes researching and identifying my favourite sport teams sponsors that are in the fossil fuel industry.

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 purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will start a compost bin where I live.

I will enjoy snack(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.

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