Melissa Swatek
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 633 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO185pounds of CO2have been saved
Melissa's actions
Waste
Buy Food And Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.
Energy
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.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
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 per day that I do this.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Waste
Reduce Unwanted Mail
I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).
Waste
Become a Master Recycler/Composter
I will sign up for one of Pennsylvania Resource Council's workshops on composting, rainwater conservation, home health and other conservation topics.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Food
Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant
I will use the Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant finder to choose a Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant when I dine out.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (Consumer-supported Agriculture).
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
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