Nicole Fuselier
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 1,370 Total
Participant Impact
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up to14locally sourced mealsconsumed
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up to14organic mealsconsumed
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up to14milestraveled by foot
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up to26pounds of CO2have been saved
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up to5.0lightbulbsreplaced
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up to180minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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up to3.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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up to1.5pounds of paperhave been saved
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up to24plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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up to4.1poundswaste composted
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up to341gallons of waterhave been saved
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up to280minutesspent exercising
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up to160minutesof additional sleep
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up to8.0hoursvolunteered
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up to15neighborsmet
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up to225minutesspent outdoors
Nicole's Actions
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.
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.
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.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
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.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water 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.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 40 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 20 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
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.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Food
Advocate for more Food Options
I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
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
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.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
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
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.
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
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Community
Meet my Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.
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Nicole Fuselier 10/17/2016 7:33 AMAlso if in NoPo - "buy nothing" Facebook group. Amazing. -
Nicole Fuselier 10/17/2016 7:16 AMIf you aren't on "Rooster" - check it out. Great sharing resource.