Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman)
3/12/2022 4:34 PM
the york water company. i went on a field trip to know the cleaning process of the water.
Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman)
"SUSTAINABILITY"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 252 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO50minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO53minutesspent exercising
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UP TO2.2pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO108minutesspent learning
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UP TO20gallons of waterhave been saved
Vannessa's actions
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Simplicity
Buy Used Clothes
I will spend 30 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.
Simplicity
Meditate
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 20 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.
Simplicity
Go For A Daily Walk Outside
I will take a walk outside for 10 minutes each day.
Water
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.
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will spend 5 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Learn About Renewable Energy
I will spend 5 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Participant Feed
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Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman) 3/17/2022 11:13 AMI found York college sweatpants at my local thrift store for 6.99! -
Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman) 3/12/2022 4:36 PMI keep forgetting to check in, but it has been fun -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Brush My Teeth Without Running WaterWhat is the main water source in your region? If you don't know, how could you find out?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Buy Used ClothesDo people with economic privilege have a responsibility to consume and own less? How can the concept of "reduce" be presented to those who may be struggling to have enough food, clothes, shelter?
Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman) 3/12/2022 4:24 PMit may help them financially to use hand me downs or utilize thrift stores. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Go For A Daily Walk OutsideFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman) 3/03/2022 9:50 AMIt is relaxing, and I can think about my environment-
Conner Ney 3/03/2022 12:31 PMTaking a walk can not only help clear my brain, but it can inspire me a lot with my fictional writing depending on what I see or what ideas I can think of. I'm also one who takes their time so I get to appreciate the life around me, from the clouds to the grass. I feel very connected to nature at times, and sometimes I feel like daytime should never end; nature is truly beautiful and I wish I could lay in the grass and run without getting tired. My writing has helped me appreciate nature more and I'm extremely grateful for that.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Learn About Renewable EnergyWhat inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?
Vannessa Danquah (environmental, slaysman) 3/03/2022 9:49 AMActing on sustainable energy reduces the amount of CO2 and greenhouse gases emitted