Jacob Guarnieri 101

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

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minutes each day to reflect on things important to me.

I will volunteer 2 hours in my community or campus through clubs, service-learning, campus organizations, or other local events or opportunities.

I will walk 2 miles each day instead of driving.

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 25 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

I will spend 45 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will choose thrift stores, clothing swaps, or second-hand options when I shop for clothes.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

I will spend 30 minutes learning which plants support local native pollinators and grow some in containers, a campus garden, or at home if space allows.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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

I will make sure I'm registered to vote. While I'm at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, classmate, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 3 conversations.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will join a local or campus-based outdoor restoration project to help care for natural spaces and get involved in hands-on environmental work.

I will replace 2 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or coordinate ride shares with roommates, classmates, or campus peers to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being. I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will spend 30 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.