Babs Hamachek
""Heroes...are people who say, this is my community, and it's my responsibility to make it better". Tom McCall"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 721 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO4disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO60minutesspent exercising
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UP TO1conversationwith a person
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UP TO2meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO1organic mealconsumed
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UP TO130minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO4plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO60minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO5hoursvolunteered
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UP TO46gallons of waterhave been saved
Babs's actions
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 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
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 a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
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.
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
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
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
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
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.
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
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per 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.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
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.
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.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.
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.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
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.
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.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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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!