Nicole Williams

I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will take a walk each day.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will save up to 8 gallons (32 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow shower-head.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will watch 2 documentaries about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

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

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 3 gallons (11 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 2 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.