Rachel Casey

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 save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will take regular study breaks to de-stress.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

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

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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

I will carefully fill my plate in the dining hall and take only what I can eat. I'll also inquire about ways to improve composting and use of recyclable foodware.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.