Lindsey Braithwaite

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will spend minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will enjoy meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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