Katherine Martin

I will refuse 1 of single-use paper or plastic bags each day by bringing my own reusable bags or carrying purchased goods another way.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.

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 help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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