Brianna Johnson

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another local nonprofit.

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

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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

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

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will involve my children in completing the actions I have selected during the challenge.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.

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 volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

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

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 eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.