Kevin Cubberly

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

I will replace 19 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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 upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.