Thomas Jones
10/10/2018 9:53 AM
I have ordered and shipped my nephew a new Nalgene water bottle so that he can start reducing the plastic water bottles they typically use in southern California.
Thomas Jones
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 485 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO63plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO60disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO33meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
Thomas's actions
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 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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Thomas Jones 10/24/2018 2:18 PMa great challenge and i appreciate the inspiration to make quality changes. -
Thomas Jones 10/12/2018 1:07 PMRequesting all delivery orders to remove plastic utensils and paper towels/napkins. -
Thomas Jones 10/11/2018 8:27 AMDuring stressful work days I find it difficult to consume less calories. The lack of exercise and desire to do so has been having a negative impact on my physical and mental health. -
Thomas Jones 10/10/2018 9:55 AMI have enjoyed the positive energy i'm generating while recycling, helping other use re-usable water bottles & the health benefits of the diet change that this challenge has provided me. -
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 QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than in other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
Thomas Jones 10/10/2018 9:51 AMReplacing a meal a day with a vegetarian option has helped improve my blood pressure ratings. -
Thomas Jones 10/05/2018 2:41 PMI'm struggling to get on my bike and commute to and from work. Will continue to prepare in the evenings my bike gear and to help get myself mentally prepared to re-join my cycling family that I miss dearly.