
KC Linn
"Working Together to Help Save the Environment!"
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 646 Total
Participant Impact
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up to14pounds of CO2have been saved
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up to6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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up to420minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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up to120plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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up to648gallons of waterhave been saved
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up to180minutesspent exercising
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up to840minutesof additional sleep
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up to2.0hoursvolunteered
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up to420minutesspent outdoors
KC's Actions
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Community
Raise Money for a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each 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.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Feed
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KC Linn 10/28/2016 7:25 AMFun couple of weeks, good job team! We did really well against our challenger! -
KC Linn 10/27/2016 7:54 AMOne more day to create a positive impact, and hopefully routine going forward...! -
KC Linn 10/26/2016 1:01 PMHappy Hump Day! -
KC Linn 10/25/2016 7:42 AMTuesday, we're almost there...today is also known as pre-pre-pre-Friday, make it a good Friday! -
KC Linn 10/24/2016 7:40 AMFinal week? Keep up the good work! -
KC Linn 10/22/2016 8:57 AMOur team is doing great! -
KC Linn 10/21/2016 7:50 AMOne full week down, I'm excited to see how much more of a positive impact we all can make! -
KC Linn 10/20/2016 7:45 AMExcited to see all of the things that we can all do, easy changes, to help positively impact our environment and community!