Irene Foster
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 11 TOTAL
Irene's actions
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
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
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
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.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
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.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 60-minute walk outside each 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.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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