Maddie Kadas
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 545 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO75disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO480gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO30locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO30meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,575minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO450minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO45organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO30plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO3.2pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO28zero-waste mealsconsumed
Maddie's actions
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
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.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Waste
Set up Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
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
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
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