Emily Morris

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

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 manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

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

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

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

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.