Yaiza Sanabria
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 858 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO8.0conversationswith people
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UP TO140disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO361gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO0.0milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO0.0milestraveled by bus
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
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UP TO15minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO0.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.0pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
Yaiza's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 10 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 4 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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.
Community
Express My Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group of decision makers.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party with 8 friends and/or colleagues to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.
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.
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.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 15 minute(s)
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.
Create Your Own Action
watch movie: A plastic ocean
create awarenes in HP barcelona with the creening of the movie " A plastic ocean"
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reusable one, but it's just hard to make the switch. What stands in your way of making this a habit? By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/22/2019 12:34 AMIf you want to ear extra points post a picture of or with your mug in the Eco challenge or yammer with #MugChallengeBCN! Let´s remove the single use plastic and paper cups from BCN SIte!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Meet My Local FarmersWhen you know who produces your food, you are connecting personally to your complex regional food system. What are the advantages of knowing who produces your food and where it comes from? Do you think this might enable someone to advocate for a better quality of life for those who produce their food, both near and far?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/21/2019 8:11 AMBuying easonal fruit and vegetables from local farmers, not only improves business in your community , but is also good for the environment as it reduces the CO2 generated during the transportation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Insulate Water Pipes and Water HeaterHow do you think climate change will affect your region’s water supply? Think about the effects of weather, storms, salinity, and sea level rise, among other changes. How can you find out more about climate change’s impact to your region's water?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/21/2019 8:09 AMMy country, Spain is suffering a strong water scarcity and could become a deserted in 2100. This is why reforestation and taking measures on using only the clean water that we need and not wasting it is very important! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:55 AMWe installed it both in the shower and in the kitchen. To avoid wasting water, I also use to take shorter showers (5-6minutes) and use a bucket for the water, until it gets warm, then tis water can be used for the toilet or for your plats. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Advocate For More Food Packaging OptionsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:51 AMI avoid to buy food with plastic packaging and buy more fresh fruits, vegetables and bring my cutlery and dish with me at work. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Host a House PartyHow does environmental quality influence your sense of community?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:48 AMNow that Autumn is coming, I am planning to organice a party with my girlfriends, were we can exhange second hand clothes. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Upgrade My WindowsHow does improving your home's energy efficiency help you better live out your values?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:46 AMOur company is sending continous reminder about Windows updates that we must perfomr, did not know good to know that this is also supporting sustainabiliy. -
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?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:43 AMI allways keep one or two reusable bags in my bagpack, in case I need to buy something. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Connect with a NonprofitWhat inspires you to act toward a more sustainable community?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:42 AMI just received my WWF Card Member at home. You can be a member or follow their news and communications in the Social media and Networks. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Express My SupportWhat sustainability issues are most pressing or prominent where you live?
Yaiza Sanabria 10/15/2019 12:40 AMI recommended my fuirt and vegetable local shop to offer paper bags, instead of plastic bags to the customer and charge them. Free Plastic bags should not be an option anymore!