Jen Steeves
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 380 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO15disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO128gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO14locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO14meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO9.0milestraveled by bus
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UP TO10milestraveled by foot
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UP TO270minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO440minutesspent exercising
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UP TO380minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO45plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO9.7poundswaste composted
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UP TO18pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.3pounds of paperhave been saved
Jen's actions
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 1 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 0.4 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to -0.26 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 40 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside 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.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
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.
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.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
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.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
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.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per 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.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
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