Christine Jervis

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

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

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will not eat seafood.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

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 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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

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

I will not purchase anything but food and water.

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

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

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

I will use public transit 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 6.09 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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