Ed Hassan

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

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

I will walk 4 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 4.82 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will commit to getting 6 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

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

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.

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

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

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

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

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