Lindley Bynum

I will spend one to two hours learning about climate change impact on coral reefs. The oceans are the heat sink of the world, they slow down the full effects of greenhouse gas warming of the atmosphere. Coral reefs are at the front line of being impacted by global warming and are currently one of the most threatened ecosystems on Earth.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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

I will work from home 4 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

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

I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

I will spend at least 15 minutes visiting a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

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 create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 1 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 purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.