Kathryn Linzey

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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

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 make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

I will schedule 10 minute(s) of work meetings or phone calls outside each day.

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

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

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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

I will source 3 meal(s) per day from local producers.

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

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

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 install a greywater catchment system in my home.