The Treasuring Home Pledge

Practicing good environmental stewardship in and around your home is a vital way to make a positive contribution to the environment where you live.  Please take Audubon International’s Treasuring Home Pledge to help protect our environment for present and future generations.

Take Action!

I pledge to do the following things to protect the natural resources and unique landscapes at my home (please check):

Indoors

Practice good habits. Get all family members into the habit conserving water and energy.

Save water by shutting it off during teeth brushing and shaving; take shorter showers; and run appliances on full loads.

Make inexpensive upgrades, such as installing low-flow aerators.    

Replace older, large tank toilets with low-flush models.                   

Conduct a home energy audit and keeping your furnace tuned up.   

Switch to compact florescent light bulbs.                           

Invest in home improvements, such as better insulation and energy efficient appliances.        

Reduce waste. Consider what you need, buy products that last, and avoid overly packaged items.

Choose reusable products.                                                           

Recycle paper, glass, plastic, and metal; purchase products with recycled content.

Outdoors

Landscape primarily with native species of trees, shrubs, and flowers. 

Leave some natural areas for wildlife in your yard, such as hedgerows and shrubby areas.

Maintain water for wildlife, such as a bird bath, small pool, or pond.                         

Get to know your region by becoming familiar with local natural areas, plants, and wildlife.

Plant various heights and types of plants, from ground cover to shrubs and trees.

Use water wisely outdoors to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.

Protect water quality through proper lawn care, auto repair, and septic maintenance.

Maintain healthy soils for a healthy lawn.                           

Mow the lawn at the proper height and with sharp blades to keep it healthy and looking good.

Reduce or eliminate the use of harmful chemicals.             

Beyond Your Backyard

Share your success.  Encourage family and friends to participate in environmental stewardship activities and take the Treasuring Home Pledge.

Take good stewardship to work. Businesses can save resources and money by improving environmental performance.

Get involved with a local homeowners or neighborhood association to implement neighborhood environmental stewardship projects.

Purchase locally-grown and produced products and recycled goods when possible.

Drive smart!  Combine trips, carpool or use public transportation when possible, and purchase an energy efficient vehicle.

Offer to help a local school get involved in environmental education and stewardship.

Organize or participate in community-wide environmental improvement projects.

Support the protection of local natural assets, such as wetlands, agricultural lands, or wildlife habitats.

Participate in community planning efforts in support of local conservation and environmentally-sensitive growth.

Participate in Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program.

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