Jen Crowe
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 10 TOTAL
Jen's actions
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 60-minute walk outside each day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.01 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 2 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.72 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Become a Master Recyler/Composter
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
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.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Waste
Set up Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
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.
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.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
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.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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.
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
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
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