Patrick Donohue

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

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 learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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 avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

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 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will walk 6 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 4.82 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.

I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community.

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

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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

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

I will use public transit 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.82 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will commute by bike 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 7.34 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.