Perry Cabot

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.

I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.