Melisa Crosby
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 521 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO42disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO552gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO20meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO210minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO84plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO9.7poundswaste composted
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UP TO14pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.5pounds of paperhave been saved
Melisa's actions
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
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.
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.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
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.
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.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill 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 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
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.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Health
Audit Toxic Products In My Home
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
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