Erik Barron
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 235 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO10disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO96gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO4.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO450minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO120minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO1.0organic mealconsumed
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UP TO1.0outdoor mealconsumed
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UP TO58plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO8.8pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0zero-waste mealconsumed
Erik's actions
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
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
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.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
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
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
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.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
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.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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