JaKarra Sanders

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

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 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 connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.