Jennifer Reece

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

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

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 adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

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

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will work from home 4 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

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

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.