Jacob Chacko

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

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

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will only check my email during work hours, using my personal time for endeavors that help me live out my values.

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 spend 20 minutes listening to a podcast about food.

Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their household.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.