Amber Meyer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,905 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO600minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO16pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO15peoplehelped
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UP TO15lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO10hoursvolunteered
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UP TO30disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO450minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO15zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO15outdoor mealsconsumed
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UP TO45organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO450minutesspent exercising
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UP TO819gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO15meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO900minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO90plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Amber's actions
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
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.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
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.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 15 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
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.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 10 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.)
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
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.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 10 hour(s) in my community.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
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.
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
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
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.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an issue that matters to me.
Energy
Use an Energy Meter
I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.
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
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
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.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Waste
Buy Food and Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
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
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk 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.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
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
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
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Amber Meyer 10/28/2016 3:57 PMThis was great! I plan to keep doing these challenges everyday, I hope everyone else will join me. -
Amber Meyer 10/26/2016 11:56 AMWay to go team!! This has been a great experience for me. A lot of these challenges I do on a regular basis every day and I now have added a few more to my routine.