Melisa Crosby

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

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

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

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

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each 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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

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

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 avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per 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 not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.

I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.