Jenny Heins

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

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

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

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

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

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

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 join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

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

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 just purchased an all-electric car. I will choose driving it (and giving someone else a ride) over riding with them in a gas vehicle.