Christina Burkleo

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another local nonprofit.

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

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

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will learn about paid leave and its impact on health and wellness at a personal and societal level and how I can help advocate for paid leave in my company and at the national level.

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 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 collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

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

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

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my family, for 45 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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 visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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

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