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October 2 - October 23, 2019
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Kenya Williams

Office of Community & Civic Life

"Committed to working locally to improve the social, economical and environmental well being of our community."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 1,036 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    20
    lightbulbs
    replaced
  • UP TO
    140
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    440
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    605
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    20
    trees
    planted

Kenya's actions

High Impact Action Track

Stay on the Ground

Transportation

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Plant Trees

I will plant 20 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Meditate

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 20 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Replace Manual Thermostats

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Adjust the Thermostat

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Needs Vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Install Alternative Energy

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Research My Investment Portfolio

I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Research Impact Investing

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Upgrade My Windows

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Use an Energy Meter

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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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    Kenya Williams 10/23/2019 2:05 PM
    “Environmentally friendly cars will soon cease to be an option … they will become a necessity.”
    —Fujio Cho, Honorary Chairman of Toyota Motors

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    Kenya Williams 10/23/2019 1:59 PM
    “Time spent among trees is never time wasted.”
    —Anonymous
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Simplicity Needs Vs. Wants
    How is creativity necessary for practicing simplicity?

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    Kenya Williams 10/23/2019 1:57 PM
    Less is more as you can see in art and nature...
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
    What inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?

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    Kenya Williams 10/23/2019 1:57 PM
    When I see how wasteful people are it inspires me to do better.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Upgrade My Windows
    How does improving your home's energy efficiency help you better live out your values?

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    Kenya Williams 10/23/2019 1:56 PM
    I value the future for the next generations, so leaving them some energy is a good thing...
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Power Down the Computer
    What are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?

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    Kenya Williams 10/22/2019 9:31 AM
    Think about how much energy most businesses waste by leaving computers and WiFi on 24/7...
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Turn it off
    How is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?

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    Kenya Williams 10/21/2019 1:23 PM
    Sole and the grid...the hydro power definitely affects the fish and other wildlife...
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Replace Manual Thermostats
    How do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?

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    Kenya Williams 10/21/2019 1:22 PM
    No wasted energy when not home to enjoy the warmth...

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    Kenya Williams 10/21/2019 9:02 AM
    Keep close to Nature's heart... and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.
    John Muir
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Install Alternative Energy
    How is your region being affected by climate change? How will it be affected in the future?

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    Kenya Williams 10/21/2019 9:00 AM
    It is getting warmer each summer...