Rebecca Cattin

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.

I will subscribe to yard debris collection so I can compost my yard debris. Action Resource > >

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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

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

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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 adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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