Gwen Rudolph

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

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

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

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

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

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 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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

I will make 1 phone call(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate community or planet-friendly policies.

I will volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community.

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another local nonprofit.

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.