Carol Anne Penner

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

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

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