Ken Heaton

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or utensils.

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

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

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

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.