John Manukian

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 host a meeting or class outside.

I will spend time getting acquainted with the nature on or near my campus.

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

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

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 choose organic as often as possible to reduce exposure to pesticides, which are unhealthy for me as well as the planet.

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

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

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will volunteer 15 hour(s) in my community or on campus.

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

I will cut out or reduce all artificial sweeteners in my diet, especially acesulfame potassium, aspartame, sucralose and saccharin - all which can decrease human health and pollute our waterways.

I will use a fan instead of a window air conditioner.

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

I will take a 60-minute hike in nature.

I will not eat seafood.

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

I will refrain from going out during the week and instead choose sober and healthy activities like exercising, advocating for change and getting outdoors.

I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will connect with a local nonprofit and find out how I can get involved.

I will replace my halogen desk lamp with an LED bulb.

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will incorporate energy efficiency or clean energy into a project or paper for school.

I will learn more about my own local watershed and where my water comes from and identify any conservation or water quality issues.

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

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

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

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

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