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April 1 - April 30, 2020
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Rebeca Höltken

EcoBusters

"We all want to improve the Climate and we should not Forget this important Thing even if Covid-19 pandemia is now covering all of our Attention. Do not Forget Sustainability! "

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 535 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    38
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    2.0
    documentaries
    watched
  • UP TO
    3.0
    lightbulbs
    replaced
  • UP TO
    1,475
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    616
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    616
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    2.9
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved

Rebeca's actions

Oceans

Smart Seafood Choices

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate

Upcycling

Try to upcycle Things e.g. use old toilet paper rolls and cut them and then put them on the grips of the Supermarket Trolleys. Like this you do not have to touch the grips.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Oceans

Seife benutzen

Anstatt Flüssigseifen mit Mikroplastik zu nutzen, die gute alte Seife wieder aufleben lassen zum Hände waschen.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

People

Spend Time Outside

I will replace 20 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Einen Gabenzaun für Obdachlose ausfindig machen oder erstellen

Aufgrund der Corona Krise, sind viele Obdachlose ohne ihre täglichen Anlaufstellen um eine warme Mahlzeit zu bekommen. In vielen Städten wurden deshalb Gabenzäune ins Leben gerufen. Dort kann eine Lebensmittelspende gut verpackt in Plastiktüten für die Obdachlosen angebracht werden.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Action Track: Building Resilience

Research Local Climate Issues

I will spend at least 10 minute(s) a day researching climate issues or climate solutions in my local area and share with others through my team feed, social media, or conversations with my peers.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

I will spend at least 40 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Support Pollinators

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators, including monarch butterflies, to produce fruit. I will spend 10 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Fresh Water

Eco-friendly Gardening

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate

Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate

Stay on the Ground

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Forests

Forest-Friendly Foods

I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Forests

Use a Reusable Mug

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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