Julie Harris

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

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

I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

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

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 avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

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 take a walk each day.

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

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 use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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

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

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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

I will cook 0 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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 keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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