Janine Lambert
"To make the world a better place!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 597 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO70pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO21disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO42plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10minutesspent learning
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UP TO21poundswaste composted
Janine's actions
Water
Ditch the Lawn
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.
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 Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Water
Install Greywater Catchment
I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Water
Install a Toilet Tank Bank
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.
Community
Express My Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
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