A Year of Practical Stewardship
Summer: Peak Use, Smart Choices
July – August
Summer brings high demand for water, energy, and travel. Planning, timing, and awareness make a big difference.
Week 30: Turn sprinklers off after rain
It’s easy to forget.
Impact: 50,000–100,000 gallons of water saved per summer.
Week 31: Water early or late
Reduces evaporation.
Impact: Immediate improvement in outdoor water efficiency.
Week 32: Use both sides of paper
Old-school, effective.
Impact: 30–40% less paper use at home and work.
Week 33: Plan trips better
One outing beats many.
Impact: Fuel saved adds up quickly.
Week 34: Bring reusable cutlery
Keep one handy. I have one in my glove box.
Impact: ~5,000 plastic utensils avoided per year.
Week 35: Choose experiences over stuff
Memories don’t need packaging.
Impact: Immediate reduction in waste.