Justyn McCormick

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

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 use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

I will spend 90 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 90 minute(s) each day.

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

I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending 6 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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 plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

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

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

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

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

I will spend 120 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

I will spend 120 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will spend 120 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home or dorm room.

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.