Crystal Shnitser
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 886 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO120gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0water leaksreported
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UP TO95single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO41disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10poundswaste composted
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UP TO90plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO282pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO20milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO20itemsdonated
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UP TO3.0healthcare connectionsmade
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UP TO248additional oz of waterconsumed
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UP TO2.0well-being appointmentsmade
Crystal's actions
At Home
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.
In Our Communities
Plant Trees
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard. Check out resources for which tree species are best to plant in your area.
At Home
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
At Work
Stay Connected
I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 3 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.
At Work
Report a Leak
I will prevent water from being wasted by reporting one or more leaky faucets, toilets, or other water leaks to my organization's facilities team for repair.
At Home
Brush My Teeth Without Water Running
I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Health & Well-being
Go Get a Check Up
I will make 2 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)
One Healthcare
Use A Reusable Mug/Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.
At Work
Turn It Off
I will turn my computer monitor(s) off at my work station when not in use to save energy (I will follow my organization's IT instructions for keeping on, turning off, or restarting computers).
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.
Health & Well-being
Healthy Hydration
I will improve hydration by drinking an additional 8oz of water each day. I will do this by drinking additional servings of water or by drinking water in place of other less healthy beverage options.
At Home
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending food waste to the landfill by composting my food scraps.
At Work
Work From Home
I will work from home 4 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
In Our Communities
Use Reusable Bags
I will refuse 3 of single-use paper or plastic bags each day by bringing my own reusable bags or carrying purchased goods another way.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Crystal Shnitser 4/29/2024 5:43 AMI forgot to post last weekend... my husband, children and I picked up trash in our downtown area for Earth Day. We also planted a tree.-
Candice Miller 4/29/2024 6:56 AMIt has been so nice outside lately. What a way to spend Earth Day, with the family, enjoying the beautiful Spring weather together.
"Children are great imitators, so give them something great to imitate."
- - Joy D. Jones
You did just that, Crystal! You've made an impression, that they will carry with them and be inspired to make their own change in the world.
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