Ecochallenge.org

2019 People's Ecochallenge

October 2 - October 23, 2019

Christi Hodgson

CLEAResult

"As ever the need for earth care is now!"

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
764 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

20

plastic straws

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

4.0

advocacy actions

completed
UP TO

70

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

4.0

donations

made
UP TO

1,060

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

1.0

community event

hosted or attended
UP TO

570

minutes

of additional sleep
UP TO

57

zero-waste meals

consumed
UP TO

9.7

pounds

food waste prevented
UP TO

881

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

110

miles

not traveled by car
UP TO

2.0

conversations

with people

Christi's actions

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

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transportation

Improve a Bus Stop

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

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 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY 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

High Impact Action Track

Zero-Waste Cooking

Food

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Eliminate Toxic Plastics

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Healthy Sleep

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Work from Home

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Forage for My Food

I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

Raise Money For a Nonprofit

I will raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Organize a Course

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

Name some of the human activities impacting the health of water systems, both locally (your watershed) and globally (freshwater and oceans). What can you do to improve the health of water systems?
Christi Hodgson 10/23/2019 7:13 AM
Think before you flush! not only is flushing toxic substances terrible, like expired pills or grease or harmful cleaners, we are what we consume. there are so many toxins from our own waste stream (medications, etc.) that are showing up in the great lakes and affecting wildlife. -Just something to think about.
Also, tiny bits of plastic slip into the waterways all the time, especially the lightweight thin bags that blow away. You can catch them before they end up in the storm sewer or creeks! Go chase garbage:)

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

Consider 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?
Christi Hodgson 10/23/2019 7:03 AM
Oh boy, I had to dig into my sleep bank on Monday because I stayed up late to watch the election results. I did not achieve my goal of extra sleep for this day but I am happy that I have been banking up from past days.

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Christi Hodgson 10/20/2019 4:52 PM
Shopping in the clearance section at the grocery store is waste recovery and cost savings .

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Christi Hodgson 10/18/2019 1:11 PM
I am trying to think ahead to upcoming events and how we can influence the elimination of single-use plastic. I still find vendors are surprised when you ask for them not to include things like straws. One thing we continue to uphold is -no plastic water bottles! We try to get metal cans that are more recyclable than plastic for beverage orders. Best is when we get pitchers of tap water and re-usable glasses.

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Christi Hodgson 10/16/2019 12:50 PM
I didn't check in for a few days but I didnt forget to reject plastics, reduce my water use and re-think my bus stop. I also had time to discuss the challenges with family at the holiday dinner table

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transportation

It takes the average worker in the United States 26 minutes to travel to work. One way to fix long commutes would be to make cities more affordable. An even simpler option: promote the use of telework. Are you in an industry that would allow you to work from home? What are some obstacles you might find yourself facing while working from home?
Christi Hodgson 10/16/2019 12:45 PM
I have to carve out a space that has a good work vibe when I am at home so I can really be productive. I have surprised myself with my ability to be very productive but it is a different kind of work than when I am in the office and able to collaborate more directly. I still value the face to face interactions

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

Five minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
Christi Hodgson 10/16/2019 12:43 PM
slow down water use, including greywater systems. I have this at my home where water is used more than one time before it re-enters the sewer or ground

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community

How do/can Ecochallenge.org programs help you develop a stronger sense of community?
Christi Hodgson 10/12/2019 4:14 AM
This weekend is sit we all of my families to reflect on what were thankful for. I'll be discussing the importance of climate action now and whether they spend time or money I'll ask my family to support Environment Hamilton or other stewardship groups.

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Christi Hodgson 10/12/2019 4:03 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to those Canadians celebrating this weekend

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Christi Hodgson 10/12/2019 4:02 AM
Foraging for plants and herbs for the thanks giving table is fun but I am mindful of the 10 % rule. It would be devastating to wipe out a healthy wild crop.

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