Melanie Sabatino

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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

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

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

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options on campus.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op, or join a CSA.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

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

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 switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.