Joe Herkenrath

I will follow Link Transit on Facebook. Action Resource > >

Check out the Transportation Resources page for some great ideas for local bike rides and take a ride! Action Resource > >

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 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 maintain a steady highway speed on the highway, accelerate and decelerate gently, not idle my car for more than 2 minutes, and make sure my tires are inflated.

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

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will spend 10 minutes checking out all the energy-saving opportunities on Chelan PUD's web page, ConservationMakesCents.org. Action Resource > >

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 keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will replace 13 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will replace outdoor light fixtures with Dark-Sky-Friendly rated LED fixtures. Action Resource > >

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.