Mariana Jimenez

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, neighbors or classmates.

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 5 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

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