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October 14 - October 28, 2016
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Caitlin Helterline

Ecova EcoChallengers

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Caitlin's actions

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.

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Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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Transportation

Work from Home

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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Waste

Needs vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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Food

Plant an Herb Garden

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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Community

Volunteer in my Community

I will volunteer 20 hour(s) in my community.

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Food

Weekly Meal Planning

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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Health

Go Get a Check Up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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Food

Buy from a Farmers Market

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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Transportation

Use Public Transit

I will use public transit 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 3.05 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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Waste

Use Reusable Containers

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

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Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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Waste

Buy in Bulk

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

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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.

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Water

Use Reusable Bottles

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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