Byron Garrow

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

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I will take a 60-minute walk outside each 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 watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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 not work more than 8 hour days each day.

I will only use muscle-powered transportation.

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

I will replace 45 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

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

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

I will commute by bike 3 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.41 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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 exercise daily for 45 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

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

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