Julie Winczewski

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

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

I will take a 45-minute walk outside each day.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

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

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

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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 replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

I will exercise daily for 75 minute(s) per day for two weeks.