Ben Stanton

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

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

I will sign up for a local CSA (Consumer-supported Agriculture).

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

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

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

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

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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 plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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