Liz Hoffman

I will install a heat pump in my home or business.

I spend 15 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.

I will watch 5 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

I will contact my energy company to find out how to sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

I will watch 5 documentaries about climate change.

Studies show a grass lawn is water intensive and on average it require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard or community to conserve water and improve habitat: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will replace 5 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will express my love and gratitude for our planet by writing a love letter, poem, song or taking a picture. I will share this in the Ecochallenge feed or on my social media.

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

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

I will have a conversation with one or more nonprofit organizations I want to be involved with.

To reduce CO2 emissions each day, I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

I will spend 30 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

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.