Michelle Krause

I did great with all of my challenges except for one day.  I forgot to power down my computer one night this month. **hangs head in shame**  On the other hand, I accomplished 5 challenges each day this month except for that one challenge on the 26th.  I would definitely call that a step in the right direction!  According to the measurements, I saved 15 pounds of CO2 and 96 gallons of water by making these four changes in my daily habits.  The lovely thing about this challenge is that it really does create good and lasting habits!  Let's do this again next year so I can develop more excellent habits for the future!

I actually had to turn on the heat today.  I've not had it on at all until this morning.  I couldn't type, fingers too cold and stiff to pull it off, so I had to turn on the heat.  This challenge would be much more difficult in Montana at this time of year!  Oregon has such gentle temperatures.

Followed my housemate around turning off lights in areas not being used.
I might end up with a nickname having to do with darkness if I'm not careful!

The weather is getting colder and my office feels a bit like a cooler these days.  I haven't tried turning on the heat yet, as I'm planning to wait for as long as I can stand it, wearing a few extra layers to extend the time it's off.  I started washing my clothes in cold water consistently last month.  I will continue this trend now that I know the level of impact it has.  I have been turning off all electronics in my office before leaving each day and plan to continue.  I'm pleased to have been asked to join in this challenge!