Cam Smith

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 not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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

I will donate clothing to and/ or shop at the Clothing Swap at the Pier in Tyler Haynes Commons from 10:00am - 3:00pm.

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

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

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

I will attend the International Dinner in Heilman Dining Center from 6:00-8:00pm.

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

I will not use a tray and I will carefully fill my plate in the dining hall so that I do not take more food than I can eat.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.