Brit means “covenant” and Hazon means “vision” – the Brit Hazon is a personal commitment to creating a more sustainable world for all.
We know taking action is hard. By taking the Brit Hazon pledge, we'll make it a little bit easier.
- Pick one commitment from the six below.
- Select up to three actions to fulfill your commitment (click on the commitments to see action options).
- We’ll send you a weekly email with encouragement and tips.
- We’re here for you to answer any questions that arise. Brit@Hazon.org
Why just six weeks? Sometimes starting small is the easiest way to take the first step.
Our hope, of course, is that these new changes feel good and you’ll want to continue
some or all of them indefinitely.
Are you ready? Follow these easy steps:
1) Check out the six toggles below to read more about the commitments. You can click on each to see the full list of recommended actions for each.
2) Decide which commitment you’d like to make and the 1-3 actions you’ll take to fulfill the commitment for the next six weeks and complete the sign up form.
3) After submitting the form, you will receive six weekly emails to support you on your journey!
Experiment with a Plant-Rich Diet
Experiment with a Plant-Rich Diet
Industrial production of meat and dairy is one of the largest contributors to climate change today. Reduce your environmental impact by pledging to eat more plants and fewer animal products.
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Reduce Energy Use
Reduce Energy Use
Our rampant consumption of non-renewable energy is a significant source of carbon emissions and other pollution. We can significantly reduce our environmental impact by taking steps to reduce our energy use.
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Reduce Food Waste
Reduce Food Waste
Around the world, almost a third of all food produced is discarded. Not only is this a waste of resources like water, fertilizer, labor, and land but the methane released as this food decomposes is a powerful greenhouse gas. Reduce your environmental impact by minimizing food waste.
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Get Growing/ Buy Local
Get Growing/Buy Local
Global shipping, especially of refrigerated goods, is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. By choosing to grow your own produce and/or buy from local vendors, you support your local economy and lower your carbon footprint!
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Reduce Household Waste
Reduce Household Waste
The overconsumption of single-use products and packaging is connected to all of the top 10 contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions, not to mention many other pollutants. Generate less waste to reduce your environmental impact.
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Buy Less Stuff
Buy Less Stuff
The resource consumption and waste generation of global society has skyrocketed in the last few decades. By buying less stuff we can significantly decrease our environmental impact while freeing up our resources for more of what really matters.
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