Emily Soldt
10/28/2019 9:15 AM
I used to use plastic straws and plastic bags but I changed my ways. I use reusable grocery bags and paper/metal straws.
Emily Soldt
POINTS TOTAL
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Emily's actions
Health
Learn More about Food Deserts
I will spend 45 minutes learning about food deserts and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Water
Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 5 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
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.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Say No to Plastic StrawsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Emily Soldt 10/28/2019 9:14 AMIn my house, we use LED light bulbs and aerators on my faucets. This impacts the environment by using less water and leaving it for the animals and plants.