Nicholas Cook

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

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

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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

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

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will use public transit 28 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 4.03 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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 make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.