Ben J. Mates
• I will look into converting our 1991 Mazda 626 to be an electric vehicle.
• I will work from home whenever possible.
• I will write the first draft of a book on reducing our impact on the natural environment by 80% by maximizing biological processes, minimizing use of technology, creating durable technology with recyclable components, including a chapter on planning walkable, bikeable communities and another on transportation efficiencies.
• I will join with others in causing the conversation for an 80% reduction in the burning of fossil fuels by year 2020 to be generated, continue to deepen and become grounded in reality.
Erin Mendenhall
• I will reschedule all reschedule-able appointments on red air quality days and do better at trip-chaining.
• I will let those whom I cancel appointments with know why I’m canceling and that each trip makes a difference.
Michelle Middleton
• Carpool with other parents
• Not leave car idling when waiting to pick up my kids
• Not warming up my car before driving
• Trying not to drive much on bad air days
• Combining tasks and errands into one trip, instead of multiple car trips
• Keep car maintained
• Continue to drive smoothly and smartly, with no quick stops & starts.
• Pass the word on to friends and family.