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October 2 - October 23, 2019
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Nolan Sapos

Central Catholic High School

"To help clean up our planet. "

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 517 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    480
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    16
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved

Nolan's actions

Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Adjust the Thermostat

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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DAILY 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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DAILY ACTIONS

Water

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Conserve Toilet Water

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

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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    Nolan Sapos 10/17/2019 4:35 PM
    Our water bill came down this month by $15. 

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    Nolan Sapos 10/14/2019 5:33 PM
    My challenges are going well but I’m learning it takes little steps to get there. 

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    Nolan Sapos 10/13/2019 11:28 AM
    I powered down my computer and Xbox this weekend. 

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:44 PM
    I am continuing my challenges but it is a daily effort. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water Conserve Toilet Water
    What would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:43 PM
    We need to change the water wasted in fountains and to water all the plants and trees. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water 5-Minute Showers
    Five minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:42 PM
    I set a timer to reduce my shower time. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
    How 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?

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:41 PM
    I live on the river. We are at risk of flooding. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Turn it off
    How is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:41 PM
    My electricity is through Penn Power. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Adjust the Thermostat
    Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

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    Nolan Sapos 10/09/2019 3:40 PM
    I can turn off lights and the computer to save electricity. 

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    Nolan Sapos 10/08/2019 4:51 PM
    I’m doing a good job with my challenges but have a ways to go.