Wilfredo Caban
"You don't get a harmony when everybody sings the same note."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,032 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO60gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO10lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO100plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.0poundswaste composted
Wilfredo's actions
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Energy
Upgrade My Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Transportation
Improve a Bus Stop
I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Energy
Install Alternative Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 10 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 10 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 QUESTIONWater Conserve Toilet WaterWhat would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? Do you know how your compost will be used and the benefits it has on the environment?
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:13 AMLos beneficios de la composta es que lleva los nutrients directos a la tierra -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Launch a Recycling ProgramHow might thinking creatively help us address big systems problems differently?
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:11 AMEn la mayoria de las veces los grandes problemas tienen soluciones sencillas producidas por mentes creativas. -
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?
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:10 AMA partir del azote del huracan María por PR, nos habituamos a tomar agua enbotellada a temperatura ambiente-
Andres Alegria 10/24/2018 11:22 AMThe barriers to making this a new habit is that it's much easier to just pick up a water bottle in the morning on your way to school/work or when your in a rush to be somewhere. I think by going out and buying a reusable water bottle when you have time and remembering to just fill it up at night before you go to bed can be the start to helping the earth in a big way.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Advocate For More Food Packaging OptionsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:09 AMEl manejo de la basura, disponer en los cuerpos de agua, al cual afecta nuestro planeta-
Andres Alegria 10/24/2018 11:23 AMWhat concerns me the most is how much waste their is.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Improve a Bus StopHow can you advocate for transportation systems which minimize environmental impact while also meeting human needs?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Car ShareTake a moment to think of places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:06 AMPuedo organizar viajar juntos al trabajo y reducer costo de gasolina y emission de gases -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Conduct Virtual MeetingsHow can you ensure that your virtual meetings honor your values and your company's culture?
Wilfredo Caban 10/24/2018 11:04 AM
Mi compañia nos permite trabajar desde el hogar y esto me permite compartir con la familia -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Weekly Meal PlanningAn average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Does this surprise you? Where would you rather use this money?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Upgrade My WindowsHow does improving your home's energy efficiency help you better live out your values?