Sustainability Score Calculator Electronics Paper Plastic & Glass Water Travel & Transport Food & Drink Shopping & Bills Community & Misc. Final Order Number For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I put my computer into “sleep mode” instead of using the screen saver. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I keep electronic devices (e.g., computers, toasters, printers, chargers, etc.) unplugged when not in use. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I use recycled or refillable printer cartridges. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I turn my television off when I leave the room for more than a few minutes. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I reduce home energy leaks by plugging seams, cracks, and openings to the outside. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I don’t run the furnace or air conditioner when no one is at home. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I dispose of used batteries, electronics, and cell phones, by taking them to state-designated drop-off sites; I don’t put them in the regular trash. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I shut off my computer completely when not in use. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always When I buy an appliance or TV, I buy an energy-efficient one. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I use compact fluorescent bulbs. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I use my clothes dryer efficiently, for example, drying my clothes on a clothesline or rack when I can, drying loads in quick succession, and not drying clothes any longer than needed. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always If no one else is in the room, I turn off the lights as I leave. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always In the colder months, I keep my thermostat at 68 degrees during the day and reduce it to 60 degrees at night. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always calc Electronics Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I only print documents when I absolutely need to. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I recycle paper at my residence instead of putting it in the regular trash. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I use recycled paper. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always paper-calc Paper Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I recycle glass at my residence instead of putting it in the regular trash. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I recycle plastic products at my residence instead of putting them in the regular trash. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always Plastic & Glass average Plastic & Glass Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I take short showers (less than 10 minutes long). Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I take my showers in a shower with a low-flow showerhead. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always When washing dishes by hand, I use as little water as possible. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I only run the dishwasher with a full load. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always My water heater is set no higher than 120 degrees. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I drink tap water instead of bottled water. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I turn off the water while brushing my teeth. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always When I carry water with me, it’s in a reusable (not just recyclable) water bottle. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I only do full loads of laundry. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I use the cold water setting on my washing machine. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always Water Water Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I walk, bike, carpool, or ride the bus to work or school. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I keep my car’s tires properly inflated. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I drive a fuel-efficient car. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I check my car’s air filter at least every 3000 miles and change it if it’s dirty. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I “trip-chain” (planning so I can combine most of my errands in one trip). Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I don’t drive when I can bike or walk. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always travel Travel Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I eat a plant-based (rather than meat-based) diet. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I don’t drink beverages from disposable cups. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I buy organic food. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always food Food & Drinks Average : For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. When shopping, I bring and use my own bags. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I don’t dry clean my clothes. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I reduce the amount of junk mail I receive by “opting out” and calling companies that send me merchandise catalogues I don’t want. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I request alternative packaging (such as aluminum foil) when getting takeout or leftovers from a place that uses non-recyclable Styrofoam. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I make a deliberate effort to buy products with little packaging. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always When shopping, I decline a bag for my purchase unless I really need it. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I receive and pay my bills online. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I don’t buy food at the grocery store that is packaged in individual servings. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I try to make things last rather than buying new things. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always shopping Shopping Average: For the following sentences, please select how often you act in that way. I support organizations working for environmental sustainability (e.g., I do things like sign their petitions, give them money, or volunteer). Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always I contact my congressional representatives to encourage them to support legislation to environmental legislation. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always community Community Average : I compost my kitchen trash. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always At home, I don’t use disposable plates. Never Rarely (~25% of the time) Sometimes (~50% of the time) Usually (~75% of the time) Always misc Miscelaneous Average : total score Total Score :
