Linda Stell

I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

I will walk 4 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 2.14 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

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

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

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

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

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

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

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

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at my school, grocery market, or workplace.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will exercise daily for 20 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will enjoy 5 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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