Tracy Hurst
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 746 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO15disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1,270gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO6.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO110plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.0pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
Tracy's actions
Waste
Carry my Trash
I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
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Recycle Everything I Can
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 30 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.
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Choose Two-Sided Printing
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.
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Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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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 5 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
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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Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
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Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
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Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
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Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
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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Tracy Hurst 4/13/2019 12:43 PMMy challenge is going great! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Tracy Hurst 4/10/2019 9:27 AMI think my household can prepare for changing the water situation by being conscious and cautious on how we utilize our water consumption. -
Tracy Hurst 4/10/2019 9:24 AMI joined the challenge because I would like to make a impact on our environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater 5-Minute ShowersFive minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Mulch the Base of Trees and PlantsWhere are your nearest natural bodies of water? How might they be affected by runoff?
Tracy Hurst 4/08/2019 8:48 AMTualatin River is the nearest body of water. They may be affected by water tempature? that's a guess. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Say No to Plastic StrawsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
Tracy Hurst 4/06/2019 11:54 AMPlastic bags is commonly what I use. I could pack by reusable grocery bags in the car at all times to avoid getting by groceries bagged up at the grocery store. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Eco-friendly GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
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Tracy Hurst 4/03/2019 5:06 PMToday I use my reusable straw and I also gave a set away to my co-worker.