Candy Whaley
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 362 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO330minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO88gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO22plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO495minutesspent outdoors
Candy's actions
Water
REDUCE WATER USE IN TOILET
I will install a low flow or dual flush toilet. Action Resource > >
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
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
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.
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
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 45 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Water
REDUCE WATER USE FOR DISHES
I will only run the dishwasher when it is completely full to use less water and electricity.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
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.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Candy Whaley 5/18/2017 9:12 AMI checked out the PUD website to learn more about solar power.