Ragini Joshi
10/24/2018 5:58 AM
Burning of the fossil fuels is my biggest concern, alternate sources of energy should be made available and should be economical enough for people to pick the alternative.
Ragini Joshi
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,057 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO58pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO100milestraveled by bus
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UP TO100plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO100milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO400gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO42locally sourced mealsconsumed
Ragini's actions
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
I will use public transit 5 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to -0.19 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
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.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
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.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
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.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
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.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 2 meal(s) each day from local producers.
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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Ragini Joshi 10/24/2018 10:06 AMExcited to see all team stepping up towards the goal of a better world!-
Josh Gipper 10/24/2018 10:17 AMIt's imperative we do so for those who follow us.
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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.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Use Public TransitThe US spends roughly 20% of its federal budget on defense. In contrast, 2% goes to education, 20% goes to social security and 3% goes to transportation infrastructure. Do these numbers surprise you at all? Why or why not?
Ragini Joshi 10/24/2018 5:53 AMThe numbers do surprise me. The government should encourage the use of public transport not only in urban areas but everywhere. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Mulch the Base of Trees and PlantsWhere are your nearest natural bodies of water? How might they be affected by runoff?
Ragini Joshi 10/24/2018 5:51 AMThere is a lake nearby. Intense flooding could cause loss of wildlife habitat and nursery habitat. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Insulate Water Pipes and Water HeaterHow do you think climate change will affect your region’s water supply? Think about the effects of weather, storms, salinity, and sea level rise, among other changes. How can you find out more about climate change’s impact to your region's water?
Ragini Joshi 10/24/2018 5:49 AMClimate changes cause short term droughts in my region. Information can be found on government websites also in research papers. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater 5-Minute ShowersFive minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
Ragini Joshi 10/23/2018 6:41 AMThe next step would be to hand wash utensils than always using the dishwasher.-
Irene Matthews 10/23/2018 6:54 AMWhat's next...if you are not already doing these things, try 7-9 hours of sleep, maybe a tool to track 10,000 steps per day, and drink plenty of water. Trying adding those to your lifestyle change. Stay healthy and congratulations on your five-minute shower.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Ragini Joshi 10/23/2018 6:39 AMProgrammable ones will definitely save more energy by auto setting the temps when no one is at home. Also will reduce the bill! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Choose Clean/Renewable EnergyHow might you be able to get others involved in advocating for the shift to clean energy?
Ragini Joshi 10/23/2018 6:37 AMBest way is to show them the impact global warming has on earth. Shifting to clean energy is a must! -
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?
Ragini Joshi 10/23/2018 6:30 AMI would love to car share to work. There is an app that I use to find people to carshare with. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Know My healthHow do you deal with the physical and emotional stress of the big problems we face? How can you help others cope?
Ragini Joshi 10/23/2018 6:28 AMYoga and meditation helps. Also unwinding with some movies or with friends helps me through stress!