Lucas Maurina

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will not eat seafood.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

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

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will commit to getting 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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 only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

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

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

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

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 recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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