Tami Connolley

I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard, or volunteer in my community: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will develop a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.

I will spend 10 minutes each day studying the toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products around my home.

Each day, I will spend 15 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

Throughout the day I will track my purchases and then research the companies making these goods.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

I will visit ewg.org to learn about and use their Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen produce lists.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

Throughout the day, I will note the single-use plastics I use and consider the reusable options available to me.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.

I will volunteer hour(s) in my community.