We have developed a series of questions so you can calculate your “Good Human Score,” which indicates your level of living sustainably with your available options. Depending on where you live, some things you can’t adopt. However, in the long run you have a choice and could adopt every action to live the most sustainable lifestyle.

Each question has options to select from, and each option has a point value. The more points you earn, the better. Questions are weighted, so if something provides more value to living sustainably, it will be worth more points. The maximum amount of points you can score is 200, which means you are doing everything indicated to live in the most sustainable way.

The questions are roughly in order of the topics in the guide so you can reference for further information. If something does not apply, give yourself the points. For example, if you don’t have AC you can take the point of having an energy efficient AC.

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1. Do you get your energy from clean renewable sources?

Yes (20 Points)No (0 Points)If you have opted in for 100% renewable energy from your utility company or if you have solar panels or wind turbines on your property that provide 100% of your energy, then answer yes. Otherwise, say no. 20 points if yes, 0 points if no.

2. Is your home all electric?

Water HeaterHeaterACStoveOvenAre all your appliances powered by electricity instead of fossil fuels? 1 point for each.

3. Are your appliances energy efficient?

LED LightsElectric/Induction StoveOvenRefrigeratorA/CHeaterWater HeaterWasher/DryerDishwasherTVThey should be Energy-Star certified. 1 point for each.

4. Is your house efficient for heating and cooling?

Very Efficient (3 Points)Efficient (2 Points)Somewhat Efficient (1 point)Not Very Efficient (0 Points)This means that it does not have any air leaks, it is well insulated, the windows are double paned, and sun and shading is used to manage the desired temperature without using more AC/heating. If you are not sure, you can do an evaluation.

5. Do you use the least amount of energy that you can?

I conserve highly (3 Points)I’m pretty good (2 Points)I’m ok (1 Point)I’m not attempting (0 Points)Do you avoid wasting energy by not leaving things on, such as lights or appliances? Do your devices auto shut off when not in use? Do you set your AC/heater temperature ranges the lowest possible but still comfortable enough?

6. Is your home made of sustainable materials?

7. Do you eat a small amount of meat?

Less than 8 oz every 4 weeks (10 Points)8 oz every 2 weeks (6 Points)8 oz every 1 week (5 Points)16 oz every week (2 Points)24 oz every week (1 Point)More than 24 oz every week (0 Points)

8. Do you waste food?

I pretty much don’t waste any food. I am careful to buy what I need and consume it before it spoils. I take left overs from restaurants to eat at home. (10 Points)I waste little food (7 Points)I waste some food (4 Points)I often throw away food. (0 Points)

9. Do you eat sustainably grown food at home?

I go out of my way to buy sustainable regenerative grown food whenever possible (20 Points)I buy organic food mostly. (10 Points)I buy conventionally grown food. (0 Points)

10. Do you eat at restaurants that source their food from sustainable sources?

Most of the time (2 Points)Sometimes (1 Point)I don’t try (0 Points)

11. Do you buy only products you need?

I buy good quality that will last, with purpose, with the goal to buy the fewest products possible. (5 Points)I’m fairly good about this. (3 Points)I don’t try. (0 Points)Buy good quality that will last, with purpose, with the goal to buy the fewest products possible.

12. Do you repair products when possible instead of replacing?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

13. Do you buy used products when possible instead of new?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

14. Do you sell or gift your stuff instead of throwing it in the trash if possible?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

15. Do you buy sustainably made clothing?

I make a big effort to buy if possible. (2 Points)Sometimes (1 Point)I don’t try. (0 Points)

16. Do you buy sustainably made products?

I make a big effort to buy if possible. (2 Points)Sometimes (1 Point)I don’t try (0 Points)Also consider if the packaging materials are sustainable.

17. Do you use reusable shopping bags?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

18. Do you use reusable containers?

Water bottleCoffee cupLunch tupperware/wrap, picnic plates, forks, knives, spoonsRefillable dish soap, bath soap, hand soap, and laundry soapRefillable food containers: milk, juice bottles, nuts, grains, etc.1 Point each.

19. Do you use rechargeable batteries instead of single use?

Yes (1 Point)No (1 Point)

20. Do you use reusable napkins/towels instead of paper towels?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

21. Do you buy and receive sustainable gifts?

Yes (1 Point)No (1 Point)

22. Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products?

Bath soapShampooConditionerHand soapDishwashing soapDishwashing detergentLaundry soapGlass cleanerCounter cleanerFloor cleaner1 Point each.

23. If you have clothing that contains polyester or other synthetic plastic materials, do you wash them with a micro plastic filter installed or inside a bag to prevent the plastic from leaking into our oceans?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

24. Do you compost your food scraps?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

25. Do you recycle properly?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

26. Is your human poop and pee utilized for anything by your sanitation facility?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

27. Do you have water-efficient appliances?

ToiletDishwasherFaucetsShower headDo you also attempt to conserve water usage? 1 Point each.

28. If you have a garden or landscaping, does it require a lot of watering?

My garden has native plants or doesn’t require much watering. (2 Points)My garden requires watering, but I do it efficiently with drip irrigation. (1 Point)My garden requires a lot of watering, or I don’t water efficiently. (0 Points)

29. Do you utilize your grey water?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

30. Do you catch rain?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

31. How do you get to work?

I work from home or I walk or bike to work. (10 Points)I use public transportation that is electric. (9 Points)I use public transportation that is not electric. (6 Points)I drive an electric car that is charged by clean energy. (5 Points)I drive a car not charged by clean energy up to 20 minutes one way. (2 Points)I drive a car for more than 20 minutes one way. (0 Points)

32. What car do you own?

I don’t own a car. (10 Points)Electric car charged by clean energy. (7 Points)Electric car not charged by clean energy. (5 Points)Hybrid car. (3 Points)Gas-efficient car of 30MPG. (2 Points)Gas car. (0 Points)

33. How much do you fly?

I fly only when absolutely needed and try to limit your trips in favor of longer trips for vacations each year. (1 Point)I don’t consider flying less. (0 Points)

34. Do you support sustainable government policies and candidates?

Yes (30 Points)No (0 Points)

35. Is your investments in sustainable businesses?

100% (5 Points)80% (4 Points)60% (3 Points) 40% (2 Points)20% (1 Point)0% (0 Points)If you don’t have any investments, answer how you would invest if you could.

36. Do you work in a job that supports sustainable living?

Yes (5 Points)No (0 Points)

37. Do you bank at a local credit union instead of a big national bank?

Yes (1 Point)No (1 Point)

38. Do you donate to organizations that help the world live more sustainably or protect the environment?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

39. Do you have or plan to have 2 or fewer children?

Yes (1 Point)No (0 Points)

Here is Your Good Human Score:

% Good Human

Points Out of 200 Max

The maximum amount of points you can score is 200, which means you are doing everything indicated to live in the most sustainable way.

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