Jarrod Evans
10/09/2018 7:31 AM
Nalagene bottles rock, I keep one at the desk and in the car
Jarrod Evans
POINTS TOTAL
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- 296 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO30disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO300minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO60plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO300minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO200minutesspent exercising
Jarrod's actions
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.
Participant Feed
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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?
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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?
Jarrod Evans 10/09/2018 7:31 AMI wish Starbucks (and all coffee joints) would add an incentive to this...nickel off for reusable -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Jarrod Evans 10/09/2018 7:30 AMI always try to do this, even if it is just 30 min picking blackberries in the backyard -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Jarrod Evans 10/09/2018 7:29 AMStarted a Whole Life Challenge with several friends, to compete and encourage each of us as we try to eat healthy and have a continued workout program -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Adjust the ThermostatYour 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?
Jarrod Evans 10/09/2018 7:28 AMI will reduce the daily setting to 65 degrees, which is down 5 degrees...we'll increase sweater usage and use more blankets. Further, at night, we will reduce it to 63 -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Jarrod Evans 10/09/2018 7:27 AMchanging it out for the ecoco bee thermostat, in hope to reduce overall cost of my heating and cooling bil....and to be able to see real time usage reports