Mike Krebs

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

I will keep 2 forks, spoons, and/or knives from entering the landfill by using reusable utensils when eating at work.

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 avoid printing 30 pieces of paper by "going digital" and printing double-sided whenever possible.

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 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 spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 5 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 5 minutes learning about which items are recyclable both at my workplace and at home since they may be different, and recycle only those items.

I will keep 4 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

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