Erin Spangler

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

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

I will use the Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant finder to choose a Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant when I dine out.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.