Ralph Wessel
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 196 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO24disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO72gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.0organic mealconsumed
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UP TO36pounds of CO2have been saved
Ralph's actions
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Health
Take Control
I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
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.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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.
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
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
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Health
Avoid refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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