Lisa Bartee

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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 source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

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

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

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

I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

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

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.