

Austin Whitlow
"Help reduce my impact on the environment. "
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 982 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO38disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO3.0treesplanted
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UP TO45minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO126gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO0.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO22poundswaste composted
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UP TO349pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO66plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Austin's actions
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Nature
Plant Trees
I will plant 3 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Simplicity
Research My Investment Portfolio
I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every 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.
Transportation
Stay on the Ground
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Participant Feed
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Austin Whitlow 10/22/2019 6:09 AMThis challenge has been flying. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action TrackHow might impact investing help you better live your values?
Austin Whitlow 10/17/2019 12:58 PMThis is an interesting concept but hard to tell which fund will stick around. -
Austin Whitlow 10/14/2019 2:01 PMToday is perfect weather for a walk. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicityIn what ways can you increase the positive impacts and decrease the negative impacts of your financial investments?
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Austin Whitlow 10/10/2019 1:42 PMEating leftovers helps reduce food waste. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhat efforts would help food insecure regions have access to local, seasonal foods?
Austin Whitlow 10/10/2019 1:41 PMTalked about getting locally sourced coffee for the office.-
Dan Bly 10/17/2019 11:45 AM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodConsider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterFixing leaky faucets is one of the tasks that we can easily put off until later. Good job on completing this action! How will you use the momentum from completing this action to increase your water efficiency in other ways?
Austin Whitlow 10/09/2019 8:46 AMLeaky garden hose no more.-
Angela Main 10/09/2019 1:03 PMWe have a leaky faucet in the breakroom. I think you should fix it as well since you are so handy. :-)
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