Chris Hoelter

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

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

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 use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

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

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

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

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

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

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

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace 8 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.