jessica sobelman

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

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

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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 research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will replace 5 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.