Paola Berrios
"Always strive and don't give up"
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Paola's actions
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Water
Install a Toilet Tank Bank
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
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.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Waste
Carry my Trash
I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
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Paola Berrios 10/20/2019 5:39 PMI changed my old toilet that used 10 liters per discharge to one that discharged 3 liters per discharge. -
Paola Berrios 10/19/2019 6:57 PMI am meeting with residents to share alternatives and educate each other on how to establish a sustainable community life. -
Paola Berrios 10/18/2019 9:41 AMWe guide children at school to reuse glass containers to store things and reduce waste in their homes. -
Paola Berrios 10/17/2019 8:54 AMUse homemade and organic disinfectants. -
Paola Berrios 10/16/2019 7:49 AMPut a lid on your pot or pan (60 to 70 % less energy used), and turn off the heat a bit before you finish cooking. -
Paola Berrios 10/15/2019 4:35 AMIf you are wise you will know how to recycle. -
Paola Berrios 10/14/2019 8:57 AMWhen we protect our oceans we protect our future. -
Paola Berrios 10/13/2019 4:53 AMSimplicity is the highest, achievable goal, when all difficulties have been overcome. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Launch a Recycling ProgramHow might thinking creatively help us address big systems problems differently?
Paola Berrios 10/12/2019 7:54 PMCreative thinking can help us improve the problem of the landfill system that we have in my country. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Paola Berrios 10/12/2019 7:24 PMThe programmable thermostat allows me to help with the sustainability aspect and create some savings.