Caitlyn Montgomery

I will turn off the water when I am putting soap on my hands and in the shower when I am putting soap on my body. I have been trying to do this to save water but making it a daily goal will encourage me to keep going.

I will take regular study breaks to de-stress.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will start a recycling program at my school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

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

I will write down three things that I am grateful for each day OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being each day.

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

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 disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

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

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