Heidi Hocamp

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

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

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

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

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

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

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 not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will keep 7 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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

I will work from home 333 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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

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

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

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

I will not eat seafood.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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

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

I will spend 90 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.