Allen Bunch

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

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will join a smoking cessation program and post my daily progress on my EcoChallenge feed.

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

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) 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 start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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

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

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

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

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

I will exercise daily for 45 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 8 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

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

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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 tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

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

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

I will enjoy 3 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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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