Matthew Rafferty

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

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

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

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 commute by bike 3 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.81 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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 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 cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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