Evelyn Buschur

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

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

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

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 prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

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

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

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

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

I will walk 2 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.72 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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