Michelle Dinesen

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

I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

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

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

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 commit to getting 20 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will commute by bike 2 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will take a walk each day.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will walk 1 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will not eat seafood.

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

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

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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 use muscle-powered transportation.

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

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

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 find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

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

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

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

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

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