Matt Sugarbaker

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

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

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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 disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

I will not eat seafood.

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

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

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