Evan Hughes
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 694 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO88disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1,094gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO13locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO459milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO336milestraveled by bus
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UP TO13milestraveled by foot
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO145plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO391pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO140whole food mealsconsumed
Evan's actions
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 1 mile(s) each day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.27 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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.
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
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 5 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 5 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 12 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 8.4 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Choose Organic IngredientsCan organic farming feed the world? Which side of the argument do you fall on? Why?
Evan Hughes 4/25/2019 12:56 PMOrganic farming is a double edge sword: because yields are lower, far more arable land is used to produce comparable crop yields to GMO foods. Organic vs. GMO crops is a highly complex issues that requires endless and constant research, and yields no black-and-white, easy-to-digest (pun intended) answers. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Plant an Herb GardenConsider 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?
Evan Hughes 4/25/2019 12:53 PMI help maintain an organic vegetable garden of usual offenders: Kale, tomatoes, herbs, squash, cucumber, you name it! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
Evan Hughes 4/25/2019 12:52 PMMy sister cans pickles semi-annually, which I enjoy throughout the year. Boom! -
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 zipcode, and in your state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?
Evan Hughes 4/25/2019 12:51 PMBy sharing 2.2k square feet with three other people in a house with a brand-new energy efficient furnace, new windows, and new insulation, my household is doing it's part to conserve energy in our zip code.