Courtney Dobbins

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will watch a documentary about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will make my own cleaning products using non-toxic ingredients - improving air quality at home or school and also protecting human and environmental health.

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

I will take photos to capture my experiences with the natural world.

I will replace 40 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community or on campus.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.

I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

I will register to vote with my state or local election office.

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

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

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

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

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will conserve water by only doing full loads of laundry.

I will enjoy 3 vegan meals each day, eliminating all animal products such as meat, eggs, and dairy.

I will work with my school to make my campus more bike friendly.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will get involved in a local or campus conservation project, volunteering my time or researching local conservation issues.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will plant an herb garden or window pot in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.