Sara Doud (PHMG- Bellingham)

I will select a greener option when purchasing supplies, such as products that have environmental certifications, less packaging, or other environmental attributes, or come from local vendors.

Lighting makes up approximately 10% of hospitals' energy use on average. I will save energy by turning off unnecessary lights when not in use and when I am the last one to leave a space.

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 6 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will turn my computer monitor(s) off at my work station when not in use to save energy (I will follow my organization's IT instructions for keeping on, turning off, or restarting computers).

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 20 items.

I will make 2 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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 increase my step count by 4000 each day and will take breaks from sitting by briefly getting up and moving once per hour during the day.

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 8 locally-sourced meals.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 20 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.

I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.