Brad Blaser

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

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

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

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

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 commute by bike 4 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.58 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will walk 10 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 9.65 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

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 raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.

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

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

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

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.