Laura Helge-Smith

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

Hand washing dishes can use more energy and hot water than running a full dishwasher. To save water, I will scrape instead of rinsing dishes before loading them into the dishwasher, and only run it when it is full.

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I will keep 8 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

I will only use disinfectants where recommended and required by my organization's Infection Prevention and Control department.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 1 random act(s) of kindness.

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).

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 save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.