Nate Hammel (ackerman)

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

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

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

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

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

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

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

I will spend 20 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

I will spend 20 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

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

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 30 minute(s)

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