Leya Behra
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 2,055 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO15disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO332gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO20hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1.0lightbulbreplaced
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UP TO30meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO210milestraveled by bus
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UP TO900minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO300minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO900minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO15organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO30plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO98pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO3.2pounds of paperhave been saved
Leya's actions
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Waste
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
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.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
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 at work.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Community
Express my Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
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.
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.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
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.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
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.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering 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.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
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.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 20 hour(s) in my community.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
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.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
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.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
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.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 14 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 5.44 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Energy
Upgrade my Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
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.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Create Your Own Action
Decrease Water Waste
I will use a sink full of water to wash and rinse dishes instead of using running water.
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