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June 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
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Tom Thornton

Trash Elimination Team AKA TET...

"Adopt a Beach for Litter and Trash pickup and removal..."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 40 TODAY
  • 40 THIS WEEK
  • 32,166 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    1,314
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    46
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    8.2
    kWh
    energy saved
  • UP TO
    4,557
    pounds of trash
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    106,396
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    2.0
    trees
    planted

Tom's actions

Waterwise Beautification

Use Permeable Pavers

I will reduce polluted runoff and support groundwater recharge where possible by replacing 15 square feet of concrete with permeable surfaces.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Beautification

Plant a Tree

I will reduce stormwater runoff, promote better air quality, and reduce CO2 from our atmosphere by planting 4 tree(s) in my home or in my community.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Beautification

Install Greywater Catchment

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Beautification

Use Native Plants When Possible

I will plant 4 square feet of native species, landscape with water-efficient plants in order to reduce general water usage, and minimize fertilizer and pesticide use.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Beautification

Collect Rain Water

I will create 2 rain garden(s), bioswale(s), or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Beautification

Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Home

Fix Leaky Faucets

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Home

Install a Toilet Tank Bank

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waterwise Home

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.

COMPLETED 865
DAILY ACTIONS

Waterwise Home

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 779
DAILY ACTIONS

Waterwise Home

Eat A Little Less Meat

I will replace 2 ounces of animal protein with plant-based protein every day.

COMPLETED 809
DAILY ACTIONS

Waterwise Home

Conserve Toilet Water

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

COMPLETED 863
DAILY ACTIONS

Waterwise Community

Litter Removal

I will organize or participate in a volunteer litter clean up to keep trash from entering our storm drains and waterways.

COMPLETED 432
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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    Tom Thornton 12/23/2024 6:55 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam... Message in a bottle...
    Now 782 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

  • Tom Thornton's avatar
    Tom Thornton 12/23/2024 6:55 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam... Message in a bottle...
    Now 782 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 12/16/2024 6:39 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 782 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 12/08/2024 6:51 AM
    COOL Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam... Balloons Blow...
    Now 782 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 12/05/2024 6:43 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    MORE Nails off the Beach a new spot...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...



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    Tom Thornton 12/03/2024 5:53 AM
    COOL Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Balloons Blow Don't Let Them Go...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 11/28/2024 1:35 PM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...



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    Tom Thornton 11/25/2024 6:39 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 11/18/2024 6:01 AM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...

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    Tom Thornton 11/14/2024 2:07 PM
    Jensen Beach AKA Sea Turtle nesting ZONE Z Martin County Florida...
    More litter off the Beach - still getting foam...
    Now 775 face mask removed from the Beach area -
    Beach, access points and parking lots since July 2020...