Michelle Classen

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 sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

I will involve my children in completing the actions I have selected during the challenge.

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

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

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 keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.