Gennevive Cook

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 use a clothesline or the dryer's automatic setting (not the timer).

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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 follow Link Transit on Facebook. Action Resource > >

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 keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will donate unneeded clothing, books, and household items rather than throwing them away.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.