Michelle Thomas

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

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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

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 switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

Both system and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.