Curt Danielson
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 305 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO480gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO66plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Curt's actions
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.
Energy
SERVICE MY HVAC
I will have a certified HVAC technician service my heat pump/air conditioning unit prior to the heating and cooling seasons.
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.
Transportation
INCREASE AWARENESS OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
I will visit Link Transit's website at linktransit.com to learn what route(s) I can utilize for my most common travel. Action Resource > >
Transportation
Contribute to building the vision for public transit's future
I will complete the Link Transit questionnaire (MAY 20th DEADLINE) at letsthinklink.org. Action Resource > >
Waste
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF A RECYCLING FACILITY
I will take a virtual tour of the Greater Wenatchee Regional Landfill. Action Resource > >
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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
REDUCE WATER USE FOR DISHES
I will only run the dishwasher when it is completely full to use less water and electricity.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Energy
CHECK OUT THE CHELAN PUD WEBSITE
I will spend 10 minutes checking out all the energy-saving opportunities on Chelan PUD's web page, ConservationMakesCents.org. Action Resource > >
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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Curt Danielson 5/22/2017 7:59 AMUsed fresh herbs from our garden in our supper last night. Very nice! -
Curt Danielson 5/19/2017 9:15 AMGonna be warm this weekend! -
Curt Danielson 5/18/2017 8:16 AMYay the wind stopped
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Curt Danielson 5/05/2017 8:16 AMUmm, my AC at home is broken. Does that count as saving energy?-
Curt Danielson 5/05/2017 11:37 AMIt was my first effort using the selfie stick. It caught me by surprise! -
Jacqueline Turner 5/05/2017 9:14 AMIs this a "Curt Selfie" ... Did you use your selfie stick?
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