Kathy Medford

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

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will take a walk each day.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

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

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

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will replace 180 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.