Joelle Jo

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

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

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

I will spend 3 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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 maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

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

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

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 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.

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

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.

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 not eat seafood.

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

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

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 create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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