Yashasswi Pinapati

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each 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 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 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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

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

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

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

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.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

I will not eat seafood.

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

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will take a walk each day.

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