Purchase a programmable thermostat.
Plan your route prior to running errands for the most efficient route. Combining trips helps a lot as well.
Close shades and blinds on warm days.
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I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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 lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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.
I will spend at least 15 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
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.
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?