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"I pledge to influence people to love the earth and its beings and care for them."
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
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 explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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 replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
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 take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.