Gina Gammiere

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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 5 minutes reading the Ecochallenge feed each day and giving high fives or commenting on posts by people who I don't know, but whose content inspires or interests me.

Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

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

I will research tool libraries and other sharing economy organizations in my area and rent instead of buy next time I need something they offer.

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

I will spend 5 minutes learning about local or national energy issues that will be on the voting ballot this fall.

I will install an alternative energy system, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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 sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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.

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 host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out what local laws, policies, and practices keep people from voting in my community.

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

I will contact my local election office to volunteer during the upcoming election.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend 5 minutes learning how conflict between people impacts people + planet.

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

I will save up to 8 gallons (32 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow shower-head.

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

I will plant 2 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group of decision makers.