Noel Tavan

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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

I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community.

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

I will take a walk each day.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.

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

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

I will commute by bike 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 9.79 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will only use muscle-powered transportation.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will use public transit 4 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 2.18 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

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

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.