Julia Kramka
"kick ass and eat apples"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 515 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO100gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO20minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO120minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO120minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO6.0organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO36plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0pounds of paperhave been saved
Julia's actions
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 4 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
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.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
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
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
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
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
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.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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Julia Kramka 10/17/2016 3:36 PMaww yisss, reusable lunchbox containers!