Michael Portillo

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.

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 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will not eat seafood.