poorna chandra

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

I will take a walk each day.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) 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 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.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will commute by carpool 72 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 19.43 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside 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 connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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

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

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

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

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