Kathleen Smith

I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.

When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.

I will spend 5 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.