Sam Benson

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

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 5 friends per day about the issue.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will commit to getting 1 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will sign up for a local CSA (Consumer-supported Agriculture).

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

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

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

I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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 work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.