Amanda Kriss
"My aim is to help my community, peers, friends, and family to live a more sustainable and compassionate life. "
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participant impact
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UP TO26whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO26more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO91meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO210minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO13poundswaste composted
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UP TO10conversationswith people
Amanda's actions
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 120 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
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Talk To My Friends and Colleagues
Community
I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 2 friends and/or colleagues each day about what I learn.
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Install Alternative Energy
Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
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Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
Health
I will spend 90 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 4 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Amanda Kriss 10/02/2019 8:33 AMEating more whole foods, particularly raw veg and fruits help me feel the best I can as a vegan and environmentalist. I hope to incorporate in more local produce in this challenge as well