Coral Avery

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

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 raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another local nonprofit.

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my family, for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

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

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 use public transit 6 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.07 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.