Tam Sillick
10/24/2018 10:30 AM
I keep reusable bags in the car.
Tam Sillick
""The earth is what we all have in common.""
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 501 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO5.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO8.8pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO5.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
Tam's actions
Simplicity
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Water
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.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use Reusable BagsWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reuseable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to establish this a successful habit?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles serve an important role in places for health and safety, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. Can you identify the barriers in making this a new habit? How can you set yourself up for success in making this a permanent change?
Tam Sillick 10/24/2018 10:29 AMRemembering to bring a reusable water bottle is one of the main barriers. I have to remember to carry one with me or have it in my car. When we go on vacations, we bring reusable camping style water bottles for the family.
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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 reuseable one but it's just hard to make the switch. Think about 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?
Tam Sillick 10/24/2018 10:27 AMOne of the challenges is remembering to bring the reusable mug, especially if it's an unplanned coffee stop. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Support a Sharing EconomyWhat are some of the barriers to sharing economies? What is your plan for supporting or creating one in your community?
Tam Sillick 10/24/2018 10:26 AMI started a neighborhood webpage and have encouraged neighbors to post items to donate to other families. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Zero-Waste CookingIn North America, up to 65% of food waste happens at the consumer level. Chef Steven Satterfield advocates for utilizing every part of a vegetable. How can you incorporate using an entire vegetable, including the skins, tops, and stalks during your next meal prep?
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Tam Sillick 10/24/2018 10:18 AMLooks like we're in the running for top 3. Go WSP! Make a big difference! -
Tam Sillick 10/24/2018 10:18 AMLooks like we're in the fight for the top 3! Go WSP! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Switch to Cold WaterWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Choose LED BulbsChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! In what other ways can you exercise your civic duty to protect the environment and reduce carbon emissions?