Carie Strahorn

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

I will walk 2 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 3.22 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

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

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

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

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 not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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 10-minute walk outside each day.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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 cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

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

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

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

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

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will commute by bike 4 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 6.15 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

I will commit to getting 50 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.