Beena Rangaswamy

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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