Teresa Boushay

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

I will take a walk to collect plastic in my environment, outside my house, in waterways, etc.

I will spend 10 minutes checking out all the energy-saving opportunities on Chelan PUD's web page, ConservationMakesCents.org.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will avoid buying and using toxic plastics.

I will shop used first when purchasing clothing or supplies.

I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.

I will connect with a local nonprofit related to sustainability and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will wear clothes until they are dirty and only run the washing machine for full loads.

I will reduce food waste by carefully filling my plate and only taking what I can eat.

I will read about native bees and take an action to help them.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.