Izzy Sigrist

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will walk 2 mile(s) each day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.61 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will replace 8 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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

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 enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.

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

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.

I will test drive an electric vehicle at the Forth showcase in downtown Portland.

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

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

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

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

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

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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