Riley Thomas
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 80 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO56gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0miletraveled by foot
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UP TO60minutesspent exercising
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UP TO40minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO24plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.4pounds of CO2have been saved
Riley's actions
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
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 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.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
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
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 1 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.21 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
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.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
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