balakrishna goli
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 2,865 TOTAL
participant impact
-
UP TO2.5pounds of paperhave been saved
-
UP TO334minutesspent outdoors
-
UP TO21milestraveled by bike
-
UP TO9.0conversationswith people
-
UP TO15phone callsmade to public officials or leaders
-
UP TO526pounds of CO2have been saved
-
UP TO3.0peoplehelped
-
UP TO5.0lightbulbsreplaced
-
UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
-
UP TO21milestraveled by foot
-
UP TO6.0neighborsmet
-
UP TO3.0letters or emailssent to public officials or leaders
-
UP TO36disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
-
UP TO30minutesnot spent in front of a screen
-
UP TO4.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
-
UP TO1.4poundswaste composted
-
UP TO2.0outdoor mealsconsumed
-
UP TO2.0organic mealsconsumed
-
UP TO60minutesspent exercising
-
UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
-
UP TO168gallons of waterhave been saved
-
UP TO84milestraveled by bus
-
UP TO33meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
-
UP TO120minutesof additional sleep
-
UP TO16plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
-
UP TO21milestraveled by carpool
balakrishna's actions
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.
Transportation
Choose a Carbon Offset
If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Food
Advocate for more Food Options
I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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.
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
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
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
Meet my Neighbors
I will meet 2 new neighbor(s) 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.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an issue that matters to me.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Nature
Have Meetings Outside
I will schedule 30 minute(s) of work meetings or phone calls outside each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 7-minute walk outside each day.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Community
Write Letters
I will write 1 letter(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Nature
Organize a Course
I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Water
Install Greywater Catchment
I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.
Transportation
Try Carpooling
I will commute by carpool 7 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 21.32 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Transportation
Use Muscle Power
I will only use muscle-powered transportation.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Water
Install a Toilet Tank Bank
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Energy
Organize a Course
I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Powering a Bright Future', with family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, e.g., solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Food
100-Mile Diet
I'm up for a serious challenge! I will only eat food that has been raised and cultivated within a hundred-mile radius of where I live.
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.
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
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Food
Animal-free diet
I will adopt a diet free of animal products.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 7 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 24.12 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Energy
Use an Energy Meter
I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.
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.
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.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Transportation
Go by Bike
I will commute by bike 7 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 7.95 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
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.
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
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Community
Pick up the Phone
I will make 5 phone call(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate community or planet-friendly policies.
Food
Organize a Course
I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses on food sustainability, 'Menu for the Future' or 'Hungry for Change', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
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.
Health
Join A Quit-Smoking Program
I will join a smoking cessation program and post my daily progress on my EcoChallenge feed.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
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.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 20 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
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
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
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.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 50 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
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
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
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.
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.
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 7 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 29.14 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Waste
Visit a Waste Management Facility
I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Simplicity
Organize a Course
I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Waste
Set up Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Waste
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Waste
Become a Master Recyler/Composter
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
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.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
-
balakrishna goli 10/28/2016 9:01 AMOne last push needed to be on top!!!