Michelle Dinesen
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 539 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO48gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0lightbulbreplaced
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UP TO100minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO10organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.4poundswaste composted
Michelle's actions
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or utensils.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Energy
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
Water
Install a Toilet Tank Bank
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Participant Feed
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Michelle Dinesen 10/11/2017 4:45 AMToday's the day! I'm so excited to start the EcoChallenge and track the difference we're all making for the environment!!!