CHRISTINE PEREIRA
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 425 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO7.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO50minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO300minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO60minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO1.0outdoor mealconsumed
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UP TO7.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.2pounds of paperhave been saved
CHRISTINE's actions
Energy - Day 5
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.
Simplicity - Day 2
De-Clutter
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Energy - Day 5
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Nature - Day 1
ENJOY WESTHAMPTON LAKE
I will take a 10-minute walk around Westhampton Lake.
Waste - Day 3
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Energy - Day 5
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste - Day 3
Print Double Sided
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.
Simplicity - Day 2
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time with other activities.
Simplicity - Day 2
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Nature - Day 1
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset.
Nature - Day 1
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside.
Transportation - Day 4
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Energy - Day 5
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my room or home and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Nature - Day 1
Study Outside
I will replace 10 minute(s) typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Waste - Day 3
CELEBRATE AMERICA RECYCLES DAY
Support University of Richmond's Rethink Waste campaign by pledging to be an advocate for recycling and sustainability on campus.
Waste - Day 3
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 7 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Simplicity - Day 2
Physical or Mental Mindful Practices
I will spend 60 minute(s) thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.
Transportation - Day 4
Walk to Class
I will walk 0 mile(s) and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Energy - Day 5
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 - Day 3
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 7 disposable cup(s) to the landfill by using a reusable mug.
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CHRISTINE PEREIRA 11/17/2017 6:50 AMCant wait to drop off things to goodwill this weekend! -
CHRISTINE PEREIRA 11/17/2017 6:49 AMEnjoying my back porch each morning and evening allow me to relax before the hustle & bustle of the work day! -
CHRISTINE PEREIRA 11/17/2017 6:48 AMIn addition to switching my closet lights to LED light bulbs, I always switched my outdoor sensor lights to them as well. I am hoping to really see a difference in my Dominion bill. -
CHRISTINE PEREIRA 11/17/2017 6:46 AMI set my thermostat on a timeR. I reduced my heat from 70 - 68 in the evenings and when I am at work it gradually decreases to 65 then back up to 67 when I get home until bed time then back to 68!