Jane Herriott

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

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

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 assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

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 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 exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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