JaKarra Sanders
"Mission Statement"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,600 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.2pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO480minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO19pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO26peoplehelped
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UP TO20lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO9.0neighborsmet
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UP TO45disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO450minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO42zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO15outdoor mealsconsumed
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UP TO14organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO15locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO195minutesspent exercising
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UP TO760gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO13milestraveled by bus
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UP TO26meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO210minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO30plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
JaKarra's actions
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
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.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
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
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
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.
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
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
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Transportation
Choose a Carbon Offset
If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.
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.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of 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.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 1 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.23 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
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.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
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.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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.
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.
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
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
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.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups 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.
Community
Meet my Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
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
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Waste
Buy in Bulk
I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
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.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
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.
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.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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JaKarra Sanders 10/28/2016 2:51 PMI time my shower with music. Two songs usually ends up to be just around 5 minutes and it lets me know about where I am as far as time spent. -
JaKarra Sanders 10/27/2016 8:15 AMI tried to bake bread.... It was a disaster.