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October 14 - October 28, 2016
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Darcie Davis

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Darcie's actions

Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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Simplicity

Have a Garage Sale

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

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Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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Waste

Recycle all Recyclable Materials

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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Simplicity

De-Clutter my Home

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

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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.

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Simplicity

Work-Life Balance

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

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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.

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Simplicity

Go for a Daily Walk

I will take a walk each day.

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Energy

Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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Waste

Avoid Disposables

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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Energy

Replace Manual Thermostats

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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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.

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Waste

Use Reusable Containers

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

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Waste

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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Simplicity

Disconnect from Email

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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Energy

Install Alternative Energy

I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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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.

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