David Hulegaard

"The Columbia Ravens are dedicated to making the world better place by making small but significant changes to our daily lives, and learning more about sustainable practices."

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participant impact

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plastic bottles

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David's actions

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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Energy

Choose Clean/Renewable Energy

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Needs Vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

COMPLETED 18
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Health

Happiness

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

COMPLETED 19
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Food

Weekly Meal Planning

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

COMPLETED 18
DAILY ACTIONS

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Launch a Recycling Program

How might thinking creatively help us address big systems problems differently?

David Hulegaard 10/24/2018 9:47 AM

I created a non-profit company call global E-Waste Solutions. This company is dedicated to combating the horrendous issues surrounding the disposal and treatment of electronic Waste that is having an enormous impact on public health and the environment.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Needs Vs. Wants

How is creativity necessary for practicing simplicity?

David Hulegaard 10/19/2018 10:54 AM

Allowing creativity to blossom allows for real innovation. Only by acknowledging and empowering creativity can we truly improve.

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David Hulegaard 10/18/2018 10:13 AM

I find it easier to get through all of my challenges during the work week. On the weekends I find I do not take the time to do all of my tasks. I will work to correct this. How is for you all?

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Happiness

How does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?

David Hulegaard 10/15/2018 10:39 AM

While at first I thought this was a little silly, I was surprised to find that this actually improved my mood when my days were a bit gloomy.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Choose Clean/Renewable Energy

How might you be able to get others involved in advocating for the shift to clean energy?

David Hulegaard 10/15/2018 10:38 AM

I have put on a demonstration for several members in my neighborhood to advocate for solar panel installation.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Use Reusable Bags

What 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?

David Hulegaard 10/05/2018 1:17 PM

I cant express how vital this particular challenge is. The amount of wood we save, and the reduction on plastic consumption is huge.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Weekly Meal Planning

An 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?

David Hulegaard 10/05/2018 10:12 AM

We have initiated our weekly food plan, and it has already saved s from buying extra food, and better more fresh ingredients.

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David Hulegaard 9/26/2018 4:45 PM

The Columbia Bank Ravens have received our first challenge. We have accepted the challenge from the Wells Fargo Oregon Greenies! Let the games commence!

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David Hulegaard 9/21/2018 3:10 PM

Oct 3rd is a short time away. Please invite your friends and family to participate. the more members we have registered and participating the greater our positive impact can be!

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David Hulegaard 9/20/2018 11:11 AM

I hold an MBA in sustainability. There are so many ways that we can make small changes to our daily lives that provide enormous benefits to our community and the world. these include the concepts of the 3 pillars of sustainability as defined by NATO: Economic, Environmental, and Social. Help us make a difference.

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