
Erin Fitzpatrick-Bjorn
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 726 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO9.9pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO15hoursvolunteered
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UP TO8.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0zero-waste mealconsumed
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UP TO3.4poundswaste composted
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UP TO10organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO92gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO18meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO84plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Erin's actions
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
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.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 3 friends per day about the issue.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
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
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.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
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
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
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.
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.
Create Your Own Action
#iggycarbon chalenge
I will complete a minimum of 3 of the October challenges in the Ignatian Carbon Challenge at work.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 15 hour(s) in my community.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.