Ernie Cardenas

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 6 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

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

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 naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

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

I will use public transit 26 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 9.49 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

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

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 use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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