Melissa Swatek

I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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

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

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will sign up for a local CSA (Consumer-supported Agriculture).

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