Joseph Hobby
"Push yourself."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 356 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO14disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO352gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO14locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO30meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO600minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO420minutesspent exercising
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UP TO1,444minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO27organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO14outdoor mealsconsumed
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UP TO14peoplehelped
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UP TO81plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.5poundswaste composted
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UP TO16pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.3pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO10zero-waste mealsconsumed
Joseph's actions
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 90 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.
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
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Transportation
Use Muscle Power
I will only use muscle-powered transportation.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Waste
Become a Master Recyler/Composter
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Nature
Have Meetings Outside
I will schedule 1 minute(s) of work meetings or phone calls outside each day.
Food
Animal-free diet
I will adopt a diet free of animal products.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
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.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
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
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.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
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.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
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