Austin Schroeder

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

I will try paddling, camping, biking or another outdoor recreational activity

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

I will at least 30 minutesr esearching or test driving an electric car or bike.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will not use any disposable straws, plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I'm up for a serious challenge! I will only eat food that has been raised and cultivated within a hundred-mile radius of where I live.

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