Steve Paul
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,210 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO902minutesspent learning
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO2.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO20neighborsmet
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO630minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO44organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
Steve's actions
Community
Meet My Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Visit a Waste Management Facility
I will spend at least 60 minutes visiting a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Waste
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will spend 60 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Food
Meet My Local Farmers
I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Energy
Donate to or Volunteer for Low-Income Solar Initiatives
Whether it's by donating or volunteering, I will research the benefits of low-income solar and find out how I can support low-income solar initiatives in my area.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Food
Advocate for More Food Options
Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work, on campus and/or in the spaces I frequent.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
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.
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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Steve Paul 10/23/2019 7:46 AMThis event has been a real learning experience for me. It's been a pleasure being part of the team....Go Team "Columbia Bank"! -
Steve Paul 10/22/2019 8:19 AMTwo days left! Gonna miss the daily reminders -
Steve Paul 10/22/2019 7:59 AM -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Learn About & Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Steve Paul 10/21/2019 8:59 AMClothes and accessories have never really motivated me. To me it's like buying a new car. The satisfaction it gives wears off over time and then you still have the payment to deal with. I would much rather invest in experiences with family and friends. As for clothes I enjoy finding the special gem in a second hand store even more than buying new off the rack. -
Steve Paul 10/21/2019 8:48 AMife is not merely being alive, but being well. -
Steve Paul 10/20/2019 9:30 PMStudies have shown that walking in the woods can improve blood pressure, boost mental health an decrease cancer risk....who knew? -
Steve Paul 10/19/2019 2:27 PMIt's the weekend. Enjoy it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use Reusable BagsWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?
Steve Paul 10/18/2019 7:56 AMI do most shopping at Costco where they supply recyclable boxes and or put in the cart. For all other shopping use a backpack and or bring reusable bags that I keep in the car. -
Steve Paul 10/18/2019 7:53 AM“Those who think they have no time for healthy eating will sooner or later have to find time for illness.” Edward Stanley -
Steve Paul 10/17/2019 2:53 PMListened to a Feakanomics Podcast this morning on the topic of The Future of Meat...Highly recommend it.