Tamaira Johnson-Turner

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

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 replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 5 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will take a walk each day.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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

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

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

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

I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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