Charles Dorn
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 575 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.1pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0disposable cupnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO8.0gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO60minutesof additional sleep
Charles's actions
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.
Energy
Upgrade my Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
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
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
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.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Participant Feed
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Charles Dorn 10/25/2016 2:05 PMWe use the Cor Wi-Fi thermostat made by Carrier at our home. With Cor thermostats home owners saved an average of 20% on their heating and cooling energy costs.* Features like smart setback let the thermostat intelligently adapt beyond manual programming for greater efficiency while keeping you comfortable. Monthly energy reports help you understand your system’s performance, allowing you to modify settings to maximize savings.*Based on a 2012 third-party study comparing Carrier® Cor™ technology to the estimated cost of a non-programmable thermostat set to 72°F at all times. -
Charles Dorn 10/25/2016 1:59 PMMy family focuses on providing native plant material with fruit to feed native bird species. We use absolutely zero fertilizer / chemicals for our landscape to support ground organisms that further support / feed native bird species. -
Charles Dorn 10/25/2016 1:52 PMMy family provides homes for mason bees. Almost no one knows there are actually numerous native North American bees that are very skilled at pollination. Native bees did 100% of the bee pollination before honey bees arrived. You may be even more surprised to know they are the more efficient pollinator for native plants. -
Charles Dorn 10/25/2016 1:48 PMMy solar thermal system has meant that I use absolutely zero natural gas to heat my pool. -
Charles Dorn 10/25/2016 1:46 PMMy home Photovoltaic system has saved 20.7 Ton's of CO2 and counting which is the equivalent to not driving a car for 48,913 miles or avoiding the use of 9,132 gallons of water.-
Don Merrick 10/25/2016 1:57 PMHey Charles. I'm really impressed with your contribution to cut GHGs. Hey everybody else. Check out getting PVs on your roof and make a big dent like Charles.
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