Rosa Palacios
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 716 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO46disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO184gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO40milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO11minutesspent learning
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UP TO138plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO115plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO34pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO19public officials or leaderscontacted
Rosa's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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.
Waste
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 5 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 10 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Transportation
Express My Support
I will make 1 phone call(s) and/or send 2 emails each day to public officials to advocate for a more comprehensive public transportation system in my region.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
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