Kim Heinrich

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

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

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

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

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per 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 replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will commit to getting 1 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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 limit my social media use to once per day.

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

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

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

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

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