PJ Peet

I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

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

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

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

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will take a walk each day.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 45 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will commute by carpool 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 6.05 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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

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

I will take a 40-minute walk outside each day.

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

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

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

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

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 spend 42 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

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