
Babs Hamachek
""Heroes...are people who say, this is my community, and it's my responsibility to make it better". Tom McCall"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 721 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO130minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO1.0conversationwith a person
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO4.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO1.0organic mealconsumed
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UP TO60minutesspent exercising
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UP TO46gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO60minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO4.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Babs's actions
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
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
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 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.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.
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.
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.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
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.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
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.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 20 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.)
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
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
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 3 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 2.49 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Participant Feed
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Babs Hamachek 10/26/2016 11:16 AMGreat and easy things to do that all add up to help save the planet!