Heidi Shelburg

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

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

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

I will not purchase anything but food and water.

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

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

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 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.

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

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

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

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

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

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

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

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

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

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

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

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