Rita Lebron
"My promise is with the environment"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,413 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO920gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO44locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO120minutesspent learning
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UP TO7.5poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO16pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO44zero-waste mealsconsumed
Rita's actions
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 Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 60 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
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
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
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.
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
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
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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Rita Lebron 10/23/2019 12:57 PMMy blood sugar still under control. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Rita Lebron 10/22/2019 11:53 AMIn Guaynabo city we have water tanks as reservoirs to cover water needs during rationing time. -
Rita Lebron 10/22/2019 11:52 AMI'm avoiding plastics and instead replace them with durable options. -
Rita Lebron 10/21/2019 10:35 AMYesterday during my bike riding my aunt and almost filled a trash bag lifting others trace. -
Rita Lebron 10/20/2019 3:17 PMI'm adding half teaspoon of raw cane sugar to my coffee instead 2 tablespoonful. raw -
Rita Lebron 10/19/2019 7:47 PMI'm riding bicycle every Sunday. -
Rita Lebron 10/18/2019 11:39 AMI'm riding bicycle during the weekends to do some exercise. -
Rita Lebron 10/17/2019 11:56 AMRemember to carry your trash when leaving the nature areas. -
Rita Lebron 10/16/2019 11:52 AMWhy let trace back after you left nature. -
Rita Lebron 10/15/2019 3:07 PMI repeat my veggie stalk puree, because it really tastes delicious.