Shawn Li

It takes a while for my faucet water to turn warm.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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

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

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

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

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

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at my school, grocery market, or workplace.

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

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

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

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

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

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

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

I will not eat seafood.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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