Peter Maris

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

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

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

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

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

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