Hilary Sueoka
10/23/2018 10:10 PM
The Columbia Slough is the closest. Nitrification from fertilizer could be a problem, in addition to any other toxins (oil, other car fluids) that drain from roads and parking lots.
Hilary Sueoka
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 501 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO15locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO50minutesspent learning
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UP TO30minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO14pounds of CO2have been saved
Hilary's actions
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 20 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.
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.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Learn About Local Environmental Justice ConcernsWho is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?
Hilary Sueoka 10/11/2018 11:36 PMPeople of color and low income communities are often in areas of fewer transit options. They are often transit dependent, and paying the transit fare may be more of a financial burden. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Hilary Sueoka 10/08/2018 11:47 PMturn off lights, close curtains at night, wash clothes on cold, line dry laundry, etc! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
Hilary Sueoka 10/04/2018 11:35 PMI was looking for somewhere to recycle plastic caps. I did not find anywhere (SCRAP sometimes takes them, but is currently full.) However, I did find out that metal bottle caps are ok to recycle curbside as long as they are put into a larger metal can. And Metro has a recycling hotline, in case you have any recycling queries that cannot be answered on the website! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Locally-Sourced MealsIf you were to only eat what is in season locally, what would be the hardest for you to give up?