Meredith Osborn

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will commute by bike 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 8.23 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will exercise daily for 20 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

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

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

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

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

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

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

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

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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

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

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

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

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

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

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

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

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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

I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.