Karlyn Meyer

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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

I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.

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

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

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

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

I will commit to getting 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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

I will involve my children in completing the actions I have selected during the challenge.

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 naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

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

I will donate the coats my family has outgrown or no longer wears to the Button & Zipper Project. They provide coats directly to those who need them in Chicago's Public Schools and shelters.