Kristen Ball

I will reduce waste by buying nothing (meal plans excluded) the whole day today.

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

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will learn about recent changes to the recycling industry in America and their connections to Asia.

I will learn about how to reduce waste by taking the Office for Sustainability's Be A Green Spider Recycling Quiz.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by keeping my showers under 5 minutes.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will conserve water by only doing full loads of laundry.

I will test my knowledge of water by taking the Be A Green Spider Water Quiz on the Office for Sustainability's website.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

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

I will test my knowledge of energy at UR with the Be A Green Spider Energy Quiz.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will attend the Festival of Lights from 4:30-6:00pm in Tyler Haynes Commons.

I will write down three things that I am grateful for OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being.

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home. If I live on campus, I will donate unwanted items to the Fall Clothing Swap using a bin in my residence hall.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 30 minute(s).

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will learn about the historical roots of mindfulness in Buddhist meditation.

I will make informed choices when eating seafood

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, and only buying the ingredients I need.

I will enjoy 4 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will learn about steps that Dining Services is taking to make food on campus more sustainable.

I will learn about plans to improve sustainability in campus dining.

I will attend the Wish Walk & Opening Celebration on Monday, November 11 at 12:00pm in the Forum.