Emily Palmer

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will sign up for one of Pennsylvania Resource Council's workshops on composting, rainwater conservation, home health and other conservation topics.

I will use public transit 6 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.29 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will use PAPowerSwitch.com to switch to renewable energy.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.