Kara Tess

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

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

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

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

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

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

I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

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

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

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

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

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.