Bethany Nabhan

BES - Pioneer Tower

"I strive to live life to the fullest while making the least impact possible."

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participant impact

UP TO

4.0

more servings

of fruits and vegetables
UP TO

60

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

9.0

plastic containers

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

4.4

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

12

plastic bottles

not sent to the landfill

Bethany's 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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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.

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Health

Exercise Daily

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

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High Impact Action Track

Reduce Single-Use Disposables

Waste

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

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Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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REFLECTION QUESTION
High Impact Action Track Reduce Single-Use Disposables

Bringing your own bags and containers to the grocery store, and even to restaurants for leftovers, are a couple of ways to reduce your waste. What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?

Bethany Nabhan 10/11/2019 12:29 PM

I have started to buy in bulk when I can to cut down on smaller quantity packaging. That is how I got my oatmeal for this month :)

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Bethany Nabhan 10/09/2019 10:16 AM

I have started using handkerchiefs to blow my nose instead of tissues. That saves a lot of paper and the washable, reusable handkerchiefs are stylish!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Power Down the Computer

What are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?

Bethany Nabhan 10/04/2019 3:48 PM

I can turn off lights when I am not in the room and unplug appliances, such as coffee makers and toasters, when I am not using them. I can also lower my thermostat so that I use my heater less.

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