Anthony Doris

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 60 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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

I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

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

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

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

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

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

I will use public transit 20 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.87 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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 raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will present the Eco-Challenge opportunity to my coworkers in a team meeting about health and safety. I will provide information and facilitate their sign up by emailing a link.