"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. - Albert Einstein
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POINTS TOTAL
0
TODAY
0
THIS WEEK
446
TOTAL
participant impact
UP TO
240
minutes
spent outdoors
UP TO
7.7
pounds of CO2
have been saved
UP TO
360
minutes
not spent in front of a screen
UP TO
190
gallons of water
have been saved
UP TO
32
plastic bottles
not sent to the landfill
Nicole's actions
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.
COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS
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.
COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY 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.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS
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.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
So far the challenge is going great. When its cold out cutting my showers to 5 minutes isn`t the easiest but as long as I set my timer I am usually good. I`m eating better and watched super size me, which makes me never want to eat fast food again. With the challenge I have actually done more around the house with fixing faucets and lights where as before I kept saying ill do it next weekend. This has been a productive challenge so far
I have already started washing my clothes in cold water and instead of using the dryer I am hang drying my clothes. It has helped keep the house cooler in the summer heat by not running the dryer. My shower time is down to about 7 minutes which gives me more time to do things and I am saving water. I am just excited to see how much money will be saved on the water and electricity bill. :)
I have already started washing my clothes in cold water and instead of using the dryer I am hang drying my clothes. It has helped keep the house cooler in the summer heat by not running the dryer. My shower time is down to about 7 minutes which gives me more time to do things and I am saving water. I am just excited to see how much money will be saved on the water and electricity bill. :)
I am starting some of these challenges early andbwill try to continue to do them after the challenge. Cutting shower time in half, turning off water when brushing my teeth and washing clothes with cold water.