Morgan Hamel

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

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

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

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

I will save up to 15 gal (56 L) of water a day or 450 gal (1,680 L) a month by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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

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

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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.