Cheryl Johnson

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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 replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

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