Laszlo Kovacs

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

I will spend 30 minutes learning about constructive communication.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 1 conversations.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

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

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 60 minutes each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

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

I will work from home 8 days to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day this week.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minutes each day.

I will commute by bike to my work.

I will replace 60 minutes each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.