I pledge to reduce my impact on the environment.

I'll start by doing the following (check all that apply):

Calculate My Carbon Footprint

Forget Fossil Fuels - cut my dependence on fossil fuels by 10% in 2008

• Sign up for Palo Alto Green
• Redeem coupons for 5 for $1 CFLs
• Cut my energy by at least 10% in 2008, starting now
• When buying new equipment, get a rebate

Be Water Wise - Cut my water use by at least 10% in 2008, starting now

• Sign up for "Cash for Grass"
• Check out other water saving opportunities

Bag the Bags - stop using disposable bags

• Bring a reusable bag every time I shop
• Reduce waste in other ways, too

Cool My Commute - walk, bike, or take transit 2 times per week

• School - PAUSD elementary schools will feature Cool Commutes
• Work - get more info:
• 511.org
• Silicon Valley Bicycling Association

Shop Locally, Shop Green

• Purchase local goods, where feasible
• Support Palo Alto Green Businesses
• Encourage other businesses that you frequent to become Certified Green Businesses

Pass the Pledge

• Help spread the word in my neighborhood, school, church or synagogue, and to the businesses that I support.