Taylor Wandfluh

Complete the UFV Sustainability Culture and Literacy Assessment by October 17th

I will take a walk each day to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and support my physical and mental health as a student.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will save up to 0.21 lbs (0.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided when I have to print documents.

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 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 power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day.

I will walk 1 miles each day instead of driving.

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

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 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 avoid sending 1 disposable cups to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

Share your feedback and experience with the Office of Sustainability! Complete by October 31st