Allison Mooney

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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

I will work from home 3 days to avoid my commute's carbon output.

NW Natural DEI Council Action: Click on the link under "Learn More" to find out which tribal lands your homes resided on and share in the reflection question section the names of those tribal lands

I will enjoy 1 meatless meals and/or 0 vegan meals each day this week.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

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

I will spend 10 minutes learning about local or national energy issues that will be on the voting ballot this fall.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 10 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

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 spend at least 10 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

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

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.

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 spend 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 10 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

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

What suggestions do you have for NW Natural to save energy in the way we operate our facilities and our vehicles? Have you observed any energy wasting equipment or behaviors at work?

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.

I will spend about food apartheid and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will spend 10 minutes learning how conflict between people impacts people + planet.