
we use only the water we need
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" Reusar el agua para minimizer el uso de agua potable ."
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
Nature
I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
I will replace 19 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 60 minute(s) each day.
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.
Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.
if we don't have clean surroundings, it could damage those bodies of water
If we don't have a reusable bag we try to use it as much as possible, we don't throw it away.