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Jackson Kelley 4/24/2019 10:43 AM -
Patrick Cummings 4/23/2019 1:45 PM
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You'll be an Live Greener Challenge expert in no time!
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 1 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
I will walk 3 mile(s) each day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 7.23 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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.
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.