Diane Egger

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

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

I will write 1 letter(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.

I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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

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

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

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