Ashley Danielle
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 1,310 Total
Participant Impact
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up to24locally sourced mealsconsumed
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up to48meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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up to48organic mealsconsumed
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up to22outdoor mealsconsumed
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up to33zero-waste mealsconsumed
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up to96milestraveled by bus
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up to24milestraveled by foot
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up to65pounds of CO2have been saved
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up to3.0lightbulbsreplaced
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up to330minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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up to22disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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up to136plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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up to7.6poundswaste composted
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up to188gallons of waterhave been saved
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up to330minutesspent exercising
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up to220minutesof additional sleep
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up to4.0conversationswith people
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up to5.0hoursvolunteered
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up to2.0neighborsmet
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up to2.0peoplehelped
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up to735minutesspent outdoors
Ashley's Actions
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 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
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.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
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.
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.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per 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.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Community
Share my Actions
I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.
Community
Express my Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Community
Meet my Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 2 friends per day about the issue.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 2 meal(s) outside each day.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Waste
Become a Master Recyler/Composter
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
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
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 0 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.)
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
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
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Waste
Set up Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Health
Join A Quit-Smoking Program
I will join a smoking cessation program and post my daily progress on my EcoChallenge feed.
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.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 20 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once 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.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Food
Animal-free diet
I will adopt a diet free of animal products.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 8 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 4 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 2 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 4 meatless meal(s) per day.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
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.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 4 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.