Elaine AbuSharbain

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

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 use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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

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

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.