Kathryn Reindl

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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

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

I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

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

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