20 New Years' Resolutions for 2020



A new year is right around the corner, and now is usually the time we start to think about what we might want to change in our lives: what we resolve to do better. Being a little more sustainable doesn't have to be difficult, it just takes a little planning, so here are 20 suggestions for New Years' Resolutions that will make you more sustainable!

1. Ride a bike to work more often
2. Upgrade all your light bulbs to LEDs
3. Get energy saving power bars for your electronics
4. Upgrade to a programmable thermostat
5. Make a meal plan every week to lower your food waste
6. Switch one of your meals to meatless each week
7. Drive less: walk, carpool, take a bike or scooter
8. Turn off the tap when you brush your teeth every time
9. Shower for a minute less each time
10. Switch to shampoo bars instead of liquid shampoo
11. Or, get your liquid soaps and shampoos from a refillery in Calgary
12. Take your own bags every time to go shopping
13. Shop for gifts at thrift stores throughout the year
14. Make gifts for others yourself rather than buying new
15. Buy renewable energy credits on your energy bill
16. Only do laundry when you have a full load
17. Use reusable food containers instead of plastic bags
18. Bring your own lunch to work, school, or play all year
19. Hang your laundry to dry rather than using a dryer when you can
20. Harvest rain water in a rain barrel

There you have it! Just a few suggestions to get you started. Just one small resolution from you can inspire others and put you further on your green journey! Make sure to follow us on social media to comment and share your own New Years' Resolutions! We also post tips and tricks year round. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram!

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