anita martin
"to make myself aware of the ways I can cut down on waste and be healthier"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 128 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO24gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO3.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.0organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.3pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO3.0whole food mealsconsumed
anita's actions
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.
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.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
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.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
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