Ruben Sanchez

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

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

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

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

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

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

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

I will take a 60-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

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

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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

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

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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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

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

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

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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

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

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

I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.

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