Rena Robinson
11/17/2021 6:03 PM
I always power off my work computer before I leave however I usually leave my home computer on. I am not sure why, but I have started turning it off every night before I go to bed.
Rena Robinson
"To change my actions and help protect the environment. "
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 771 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO396gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1,590minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO1,311minutesspent exercising
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UP TO2.7poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO21pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO14whole food mealsconsumed
Rena's actions
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
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.
Food
Whole Food Lifestyle
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 20 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.
Health
Learn More about Food Apartheid
What can lack of access to nutritious food affect a community? How can having access to nutritious food help a community become more resilient?
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Rena Robinson 11/30/2021 7:51 AMI am thankful that I was able to participate in this challenge. I wish everyone well and hope that we can all continue to do our best to save our planet.
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Rena Robinson 11/27/2021 3:19 PMI hope that we can continue to help the environment after this month is over. The effect we are having on the environment is amazing, I wish everyone could understand that we need to make changes in order to see change.-
Janet Beach Davis 11/29/2021 9:04 AMAnd the changes aren't hard to do!
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Rena Robinson 11/25/2021 3:59 PMI have learned so many things about helping the environment this month. I think it has been a fun and amazing opportunity.-
Ryan Eberle 11/26/2021 3:40 AMI agree. This was a lot more interesting and fun than I thought it was going to be. I really like how the page shows you the direct impacts you are making by each thing you choose to complete.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Heat and Cool NaturallyWhat are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?
Rena Robinson 11/17/2021 6:01 PMIf I am hot I leave my fan on and if I am cold I will add more blankets. It has to be really cold or hot for me to turn on my air conditioner.-
Janet Beach Davis 11/18/2021 8:40 AMHumans did fine for 15,000 years without air conditioning.....
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Rena Robinson 11/17/2021 6:00 PMI have been unplugging all electronics before I leave for work and only plug them in when I need to use them. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Healthy SleepConsider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?
Rena Robinson 11/02/2021 3:58 PMI have started going to bed an hour before I usually did before. I have found using a sleep app helps me to sleep better. I listen to sounds of thunder and rain until I wake up in the morning. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Rena Robinson 11/02/2021 3:57 PMExpressing gratitude is a common curtesy when someone has done something for you. Words matter and can make someone's day better.-
Janet Beach Davis 11/08/2021 10:15 AMIt will make both your days better.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Joyful MovementWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Rena Robinson 11/02/2021 3:54 PMDuring my lunch break I like to walk around the block near my job because I sit most of the day. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Rena Robinson 11/02/2021 3:53 PMI can suggest working out to my friends to make it a group activity. I can also include my family as well.-
Janet Beach Davis 11/08/2021 10:16 AMIt's so much more fun to workout together.
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