Kim Bowen

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 adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will use public transit 4 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to -0.4 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

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

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

I will work from home 3 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will exercise daily for 1 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

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 journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

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

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

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

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

I will take a 1-minute walk outside each day.