susan mellon

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

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

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

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Powering a Bright Future', with family, friends, or classmates.

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 avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will keep 0 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses on food sustainability, 'Menu for the Future' or 'Hungry for Change', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

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

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

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

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