Leianne de la Cruz

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those around the world who produce my food in order to make better choices when I shop.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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 travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 2 conversations.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 5 friends and/or classmates each day about the issue.

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or organize car sharing with my neighbors or classmates to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

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

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