
Susan Spencer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,246 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO450minutesspent exercising
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UP TO15organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO15meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO0.0gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO30disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO15plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10conversationswith people
Susan's actions
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
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
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.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
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.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Waste
Visit a Waste Management Facility
I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.
Health
Avoid refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.
Waste
Complete a Recycler / Composter Training
I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
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.
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.
Health
Take Control
I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.