Andrew Vrabel Miles

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

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

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 avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

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

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

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 start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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

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 cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will take a walk each day.

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 not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will commute by bike 6 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 4.4 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will not eat seafood.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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

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

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

I will exercise daily for 20 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will replace 60 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.