Gerri Raisanen

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

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

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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

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

I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.

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

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

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

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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

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

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

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

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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