Kim Hyatt
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 615 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO0.8pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO180minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.3pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.8poundswaste composted
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UP TO90minutesspent exercising
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UP TO3.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO148gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO8.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Kim 's actions
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
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
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
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.
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.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
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
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
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 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
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