Gabe Ablin

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

I will schedule 2 minute(s) of work meetings or phone calls outside each day.

I will spend 20 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

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

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

I will keep 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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 use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

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 replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

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

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

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.

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

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

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.

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

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

I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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 visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will commute by bike 15 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 11.01 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 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 not work more than 8 hour days each day.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 90 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

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

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

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.

I will take a walk each day.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

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

I will use public transit 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to -1.78 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will walk 5 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 4.02 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.

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

I will commute by carpool 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 2.02 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 3 friends per day about the issue.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

I will not eat seafood.

I will replace 120 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will only use muscle-powered transportation.