The Lo-Carb(on) Game

How to play:

Everyone who plays wins (see below). But, the big winners are those who gather the most players to join the game!

Point totals*:

Make sure dishwasher and laundry machine are full before operating= 10 points

Hang your laundry to dry= 15 points

Turn your hot water heater down to 120 degrees= 20 points

Replace incandescent light bulbs with CFL's= 25 points

Recycle= 30 points

Ride bike, carpool, or take mass transit to work= 50 points

Take action to support renewable energy= 50 points

Follow all 20 recommendations from the following list= 100 points

Get a renewable energy site assessment= 100 points

Add a solar or wind energy system to your home or office= 250 points

Add a player to join the Lo-Carb game= 100 points per player

*Note--this list is just a start to get you headed in the right direction. Feel free to add scoring opportunities and applicable points on your own.

Winner: Everyone involved wins! They win a healthier home, community, and planet, increased savings over time (on their energy bill) and, most importantly, the opportunity to tell their children and grandchildren that they actively took part in making the world a better place for future generations!

(The points are for those who like to keep score--you know who you are--and for competing with friends and family on your own.)

Have fun...and NEVER stop playing!!!

More fun tomorrow. e-See ya then...