Laís Garcia

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

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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 start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

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

I will work from home 4 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

I will exercise daily for 90 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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

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

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

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

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 keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.