Cheryl Butera

DAIMLER-DTNA FORT MILL

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
454 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

20

disposable cups

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

90

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

420

minutes

spent learning

Cheryl's actions

Waste

Recycle Everything I Can

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 20 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Replace Manual Thermostats

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

Cheryl Butera 10/23/2018 8:43 AM

My recycle bin at home is always filled to the brim on pick up day, while my garbage bin sits more than half empty (and the bin is smaller than my recycle bin).

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Adjust the Thermostat

Your 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?

Cheryl Butera 10/22/2018 5:07 AM

Turn off lights when not in a room. Unplug chargers and non-essential electronics when not in use

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Find Local Recycling Depots

Our 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?

Cheryl Butera 10/22/2018 5:05 AM

Had to do research to find out where to recycle Styrofoam egg cartons.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Recycle Everything I Can

What have you learned about what is accepted by local haulers for recycling, what you can drop off or ship to certain places, and what is not recyclable in your area? What is the most difficult part of recycling for you?

Cheryl Butera 10/17/2018 12:46 PM

I have always kept up with what I can recycle at the curb and what has to go to other recycle locations. My recycle bin is always overflowing, while my garbage bin has barely anything in it.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Replace Manual Thermostats

How do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?

Cheryl Butera 10/17/2018 12:44 PM

It will reduce my reliance on electricity by using less. It will also save me money.

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