carol milliman
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 10 TOTAL
carol's actions
Nature
Join an Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 3 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 2.41 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 3 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.43 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
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.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per 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
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
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
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.
Community
Write Letters
I will write 1 letter(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.
Community
Express my Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 45-minute walk outside each day.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
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