Alex Zhang
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 801 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO150minutesspent learning
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UP TO68conversationswith people
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UP TO77zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO5.0lightbulbsreplaced
Alex's actions
Electricity
Spread the Word about Energy Alternatives
All Electricity Solutions
I will research and tell 5 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.
Electricity
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
Onshore Wind Turbines, Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics
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.
Transportation
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Electric Cars, Hybrid Cars
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Zero-waste Cooking
Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Smaller Portions
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Buildings
Upgrade My Windows
Insulation
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Composting
Composting, Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Participant Feed
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