Chad Hayashi

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

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.