Anu john
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 300 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO24gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO30minutesspent exercising
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UP TO45minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.3pounds of CO2have been saved
Anu's actions
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
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.
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
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days 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.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
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
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 30 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
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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