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Frugalista
The Frugalista badge rewards you for taking actions that save money while promoting a healthy green life. Some are beyond easy and others require an up front investment, but all will save you money in the long term.
How to Earn The Badge
Complete any 25 of the following actions.
Turn thermostat down in cold weather
50 points
Install a shower timer
5 points
Turn thermostat up in warm weather
50 points
Reduce showers to 5 minutes or less
20 points
Reduce or eliminate air conditioning use by relying on passive cooling techniques
50 points
Reuse water to water plants, flush toilets
10 points
Turn down your hot water heater
20 points
Install storm windows
50 points
Turn off the heat dry feature on your dishwasher
20 points
Switch to reusable baby wipes
20 points
Switch to reusable training pants
20 points
Switch to reusable towels or dish cloths at home
20 points
Install one low-flow faucet aerator
10 points
Install one low-flow shower head
20 points
Use reusable shopping bags regularly
10 points
Upgrade your vehicle's fuel economy to at or above 27 MPG
50 points
Install low-flow valve aerators in all faucets
30 points
Upgrade your vehicle's fuel economy to 27 to 37 MPG
100 points
Upgrade your heating system to a high-efficiency model
50 points
Install low-flow shower heads in all showers
40 points
Upgrade your vehicle's fuel economy to 37 MPG or higher
150 points
Upgrade your air conditioner to an Energy Star-plus model
20 points
Purchase or lease a hybrid
100 points
Upgrade your water heater to an Energy Star model
50 points
Install or upgrade to a dual-flush toilet
50 points
Upgrade your refrigerator to an Energy Star model
50 points
Install a high-efficiency toilet
50 points
Purchase or lease a clean diesel car or truck
100 points
Unplug or don't buy a second refrigerator
50 points
Reset your automatic sprinkler to water once a week
50 points
Purchase an electric vehicle
50 points
Add a rain sensor to your automatic sprinkler system
20 points
Use a drip irrigation system
50 points
Turn off the lights when you leave a room
10 points
Buy something used
5 points
Add insulation to your walls
100 points
Add insulation to your roof
100 points
Add insulation to your basement
50 points
Buy clothing from vintage or consignment stores regularly
50 points
Insulate and seal your ductwork
20 points
Line-dry laundry seasonally
25 points
Add insulation to your pipes
20 points
Line-dry laundry all year
50 points
Weatherstrip your windows
20 points
Upgrade your windows to dual-pane with Low-E
100 points
Install insulated window treatments
20 points
Wash laundry in cold water
50 points
Insulate your water heater
20 points
Switch to reusable sandwich bags
10 points
Switch to cloth napkins at home regularly
10 points
Switch to a reusable water bottle
10 points
Upgrade your washing machine to an Energy Star model
70 points
Switch to a reusable lunchbox
10 points
Replace lawn with plantings that need minimal irrigation
100 points
Upgrade your dishwasher to an Energy Star model
40 points
Rely on nature for watering your lawn
100 points
Install smart power strips to turn off electronics completely
10 points
Unplug chargers and appliances when not in use
20 points
Install rain barrels and use for lawn and garden
50 points
Install LEDs or CFLs in 1 light fixture
5 points
Install LEDs or CFLs in 10 light fixtures
10 points
Place bucket in shower and use gray water for plants and garden
10 points
Install LEDs or CFLs in most light fixtures
50 points
Take navy showers
30 points
Buy antique or secondhand furniture and home goods
50 points
Buy a pre-owned car
150 points
Buy a pre-owned home instead of building new
200 points
Install a programmable thermostat
50 points
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