Tahja Whiteley

I will take a walk each day.

I will keep 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

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

I will commute by bike 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.89 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will offer to help 3 person(s) who are in need each day.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

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 limit my social media use to once per day.

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

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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

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