Mary Hartshorn

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

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 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.

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 spend 30 minutes learning about food deserts and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, making sure to not contaminate recyclables with non-recyclables.