Rebecca H

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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 unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

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

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will donate unneeded materials to craft shops or places like the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.

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