Dianne Ranney

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

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

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

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