Dawn Deydey

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

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

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

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 cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

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

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

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

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 not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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

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

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.

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

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

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 20 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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

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

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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

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

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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