Sarah Dewees

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 spend 10 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community while observing best practices in my region for not spreading COVID-19.

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 take a walk outside for 30 minutes each day.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will research tool libraries and other sharing economy organizations in my area and rent instead of buy next time I need something they offer.

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

As a member of the Strategic Energy Management program, NW Natural is working to reduce its energy consumption. Submit one idea about how NW Natural facilities could save energy or be better environmental stewards to SEEC at ([email protected]).

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 58 minute(s)

NW Natural has an active Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council and Employee Resource Groups. -Explore DEI at NW Natural -Participate in the Be the Change Challenge -and or Volunteer with a community-based organization focused on creating a more just and sustainable world.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.