Christian Williams

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 join a smoking cessation program, and stick with it during the challenge, cutting out harmful air pollutants while improving my own health.

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

I will carpool 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.02 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will join one of the Waterkeeper Alliance's clean water campaigns to combat pollution and preserve clean water sources.

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

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

I will propose that my school install rain gardens and/or bioswales instead of directing run-off to sewers.

I will work with RAs/student housing to reduce water usage by posting signs in laundry rooms/common areas.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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 cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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 disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

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

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

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