Ann Maree Merrick

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

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

I will spend 15 minutes learning about food deserts and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 120 minute(s) each day.

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

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

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.