Tim Wilson
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 642 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO556gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO45minutesspent learning
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UP TO25plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Tim's actions
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Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
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Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 5 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
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Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
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Install Greywater Catchment
I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.
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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.
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Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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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.
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Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
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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
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
I will spend at least 45 minutes using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.
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5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
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