Darci Roberts

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

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 enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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 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 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 take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.