Richard Shelley
10/09/2019 9:53 AM
no straw today at lunch, see it can be done.
Richard Shelley
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 576 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO39disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO300minutesspent exercising
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UP TO26plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Richard's actions
Waste
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.
Participant Feed
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Richard Shelley 10/23/2019 11:41 AMSuccess !! keep up the good work everyone. -
Richard Shelley 10/22/2019 4:11 AMTime goes by so quick , tomorrow is the last day already. -
Richard Shelley 10/19/2019 7:56 AMHopefully someone in NY took two minutes with Lou to help him sign up for the ecochallenge. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Skip the StrawHow could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle?
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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?
Richard Shelley 10/09/2019 4:41 AMI use my thermal mug every day , cant go to bed or work without it. Now I find out it is a GOOD thing. -
Richard Shelley 10/07/2019 12:07 PMWatched video called "everyone deserves access" about making it possible to have healthy food choices, within reach. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Richard Shelley 10/04/2019 7:31 AMCoal fired, the biggest impact is it is along the river. must be concerned all the time the waterways -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Adjust the ThermostatYour 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?
Richard Shelley 10/04/2019 7:09 AMyes i receive notice once a month to let me know about my average usage compared to other houses in my neighborhood. Always looking for ways to cut . -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
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Richard Shelley 10/03/2019 6:57 AMMet a new neighbor today, and his dog .