
Kayla Little
"love your planet, love your body"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 931 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO0.6pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO305minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO14conversationswith people
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UP TO22pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO12peoplehelped
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO21disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO210minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO2.1poundswaste composted
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UP TO1.0outdoor mealconsumed
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UP TO4.0organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO107gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO180minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO84plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO28milestraveled by carpool
Kayla's actions
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each 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.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Health
Audit Toxic Products In My Home
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
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.
Waste
Set up Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 2 friends per day about the issue.
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.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
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.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.
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.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Transportation
Try Carpooling
I will commute by carpool 4 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 2.11 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Community
Share my Actions
I will make my environmental actions visible with a lawn sign or bumper sticker, or by posting to my social media networks.
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
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Participant Feed
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Kayla Little 10/27/2016 9:30 AMBeautiful rain-soaked sidewalks this morning. Gotta love the PNW!
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Kayla Little 10/26/2016 11:29 AMSustainable Saints representing sustainability in Gresham, Oregon. How amazing! Go team! -
Kayla Little 10/25/2016 2:24 PMJotting down what makes me happy, and brings me joy is a beautiful reminder of why I am here. -
Kayla Little 10/25/2016 10:05 AMWe can make it to first! Lets go Saints! -
Kayla Little 10/18/2016 9:47 AMI talked with a friend of mine about the importance of sustainability, how it helps our planet, and ultimately ourselves, and she has decided to start creating a more sustainable environment in her home! Starting with composting, recycling, and water conservation. How rad! -
Kayla Little 10/18/2016 9:00 AMHappy Tuesday! Today is the last day to register to vote! Make your voice heard, be a part of change! -
Kayla Little 10/17/2016 11:14 AM-
e. Lassahn 10/17/2016 11:31 AM
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Kayla Little 10/13/2016 8:45 AMSustainability today looks like drinking my coffee from a compostable cup.-
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Troy Builta 10/13/2016 9:51 AMGet yourself a reusable mug...you can fill it in the MHCC bookstore café (regular coffee, not made drinks) for a buck!
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Kayla Little 10/11/2016 8:49 AMThis ecochallenge has been a popular topic of conversation amongst my friends and I, and it is so neat seeing them all get pumped up about becoming more sustainable and eco-friendly!