Thomas Clouqueur
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 420 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO274gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO40milestraveled by carpool
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UP TO10minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO15minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.7poundswaste composted
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UP TO6.5pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO0.2pounds of paperhave been saved
Thomas's actions
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
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.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
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.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
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.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
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.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Transportation
Try Carpooling
I will commute by carpool 40 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 5.44 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
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.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
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