Sandra Dowdney
"Mistakes are proof that you are trying."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 65 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0plastic bottlenot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.7poundswaste composted
Sandra's actions
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.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
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 a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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.
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.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Energy
Replace Outdoor Fixtures
I will replace outdoor light fixtures with Dark-Sky-Friendly rated LED fixtures. Action Resource > >
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food or learning how to.
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