JaKarra Sanders

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 enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.

Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

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

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will use public transit 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

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

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 find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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

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

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

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

I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

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

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

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

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

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

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

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

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

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

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.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

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

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

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

I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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