Carlos Nieves

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

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 reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.