Kierstin Youtsey

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

I will spend 20 minutes per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

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 avoid sending up to 0.42 lbs (0.19 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food.

I will walk 2 miles each day instead of driving and avoid sending CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will spend 15 minutes researching the impact of old harmful refrigerants on our environment.