

Senthil NS
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,100 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO10lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO99gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO60minutesspent learning
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UP TO18zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO18poundswaste composted
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UP TO47locally sourced mealsconsumed
Senthil's actions
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.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
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.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 60 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 3 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Senthil NS 10/16/2018 3:53 AMReplacing my thermostats for programmable ones will help to save the energy when compared to manual thermostats. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Senthil NS 10/16/2018 3:03 AMFlooding and Drought are the most prominent water concerns in our area -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyHow is your region being affected by climate change? How will it be affected in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! In what other ways can you exercise your civic duty to protect the environment and reduce carbon emissions?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? Do you know how your compost will be used and the benefits it has on the environment?
Senthil NS 10/11/2018 7:09 AMI have installed a compost bed with earthworms in my home. I also maintain a terrace garden. So I find it easy to have my own composting which helps me in saving money. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reuseable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to establish this a successful habit?
Senthil NS 10/11/2018 7:00 AMIf it is one I team I will carry it. I will ask for a delivery or put them back and will get a reusable bag and take them away.