Bethany Velarde

"I am participating in the EcoChallenge not only because I am an Environmental Resident at ASC, but because participating actively in sustainable actions is necessary for our collective future. I want to incorporate the new practices I learn in the EcoChallenge into my daily life so that they become habits and my impact increases. I hope to learn more about sustainability, especially to fill in the gaps of my knowledge and to improve on what I already know. There's always more to do and to learn! "

POINTS TOTAL

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0 THIS WEEK
166 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

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plastic straws

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

0.0

minutes

not spent in front of a screen
UP TO

40

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

90

minutes

being mindful

Bethany's actions

Water

Say No to Plastic Straws

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Limit Social Media

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by minute(s)

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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

Simplicity

Meditate

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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DAILY ACTIONS

High Impact Action Track

Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

Health

I will spend minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

High Impact Action Track

Research Impact Investing

Simplicity

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and deterimine if it is right for me.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

Bethany Velarde 10/02/2019 8:20 AM
Today, I'm starting my EcoChallenge with mindful meditation and considering how I can contribute to the challenge today. I used a resuable cup for my morning coffee, and I plan to walk instead of driving this afternoon to reduce the emissions I produce. It's also a beautiful day to get outside!

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