gail chastain

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

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

I will walk 0 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will take a walk each day.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

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

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will use public transit 7 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.01 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.

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

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

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 adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

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 avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.