Derek Noah

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

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

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

I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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 save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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

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

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will commit to getting 300 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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