Cole Ceckowski
"Time to save the world- Mahatma Gandhi"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 654 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0conversationswith people
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UP TO94gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO120minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO12plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.2pounds of paperhave been saved
Cole's actions
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Community
Share My Actions
I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Energy
Use an Energy Meter
I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Waste
Choose Two-Sided Printing
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
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Cole Ceckowski 10/25/2017 1:54 PMAnother day another challenge. -
Cole Ceckowski 10/23/2017 3:03 PMHaving a blast saving the environment!