Austin Tureaud
"The choices we make today, will affect those in the future"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 600 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO128gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO5.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO2.0milestraveled by bus
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UP TO90minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO60minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2.0organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO12plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.3pounds of CO2have been saved
Austin's actions
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 2 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.61 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each 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.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Transportation
Use Muscle Power
I will only use muscle-powered transportation.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 30 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.)
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 2 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.29 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
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
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
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.
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.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
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.
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.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
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.
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Austin Tureaud 10/13/2016 2:24 PMHere we go...-
David kunz 10/14/2016 9:02 AMWow you have a lot of commitments - keep it up!
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