Joseph Steidle

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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.

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

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

I will spend 15 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

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

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.