Pick a few from those listed below.
1. I resolve to turn off and unplug all electronics equipment and chargers when not in use.
2. I resolve to purchase CFL light bulbs for use at home and at work.
3. I resolve to set thermostat to 78 degrees F in the summer, 68 degrees F in the winter and turn off when not at home.
4. I resolve to install low flow shower heads and take five minute showers.
5. I resolve to wash clothes in cold water.
6. I resolve to determine my impact on the climate by completing a carbon footprint calculation.
7. I resolve to calculate my water usage and try to use less.
8. I resolve to set water heater thermostat to no more than 120 degrees F.
9. I resolve to recycle all aluminum, paper, glass and plastic.
10. I resolve to print only what is necessary, and when possible, print or copy double sided.
11. I resolve to decrease page margins to .75" or 1", modify line spacing and increase font-size to reduce the amount of paper required to print my documents.
12. I resolve to use only reusable stainless steel water bottles and glass food storage containers.
13. I resolve to reduce bulk mail and catalogs being sent to my home by visiting this site.
14. I resolve to purchase recycled paper, napkins, tissue, etc.
15. I resolve to bring my own reusable bags when shopping.
16. I resolve to purchase biodegradable, non-toxic cleaning products and detergents.
17. I resolve to make every effort to buy local, organic, sustainable and/or fair trade products.
18. I resolve to buy used items.
19. I resolve to purchase Energy Star appliances and electronics.
20. I resolve to purchase carbon offsets to balance my own greenhouse gas emissions at TerraPass.
21. I resolve to walk, ride a bicycle or take the bus whenever possible.
22. I resolve to carpool and purchase high fuel economy or hybrid vehicles.
23. I resolve to take control of my future by getting involved in my community.
To learn more about sustainability at St. Petersburg College, contact Jason Green at [email protected]. Then visit http://www.spcollege.edu/sustainability, join the Facebook group and follow us at http://twitter.com/sustainableSPC.
