Colleen Yeany

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

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

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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

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

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

I will sign up to receive local Air Quality Alerts via EnviroFlash email notification

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.