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October 3 - October 24, 2018
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Nicholas Kallem

ENGIE Insight Spokane

"Doing my small part to help the Earth!"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 601 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    181
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    60
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    300
    minutes
    of additional sleep
  • UP TO
    32
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables

Nicholas's actions

Water

Install a Toilet Tank Bank

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Online Energy Audit

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Healthy Sleep

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home

I will spend 30 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

More Fruits and Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Support Pollution Reduction

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Learn More about Food Deserts

I will spend 30 minutes learning about food deserts and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Try a New Way to Prep

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Explore My Area

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

Support Native Communities

I will use the resource links provided and spend 20 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Exercise Daily

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Install a Low-Flow Showerhead

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Reduce Animal Products

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
    How can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?

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    Nicholas Kallem 10/09/2018 6:17 AM
    Ditch the lawn!  We're planning to garden with native plants instead of focusing on a thirsty, high-maintenance lawn.  Save water and less mowing?  Sign me up!

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    Nicholas Kallem 10/03/2018 7:24 AM
    First day!  I hope you're all off to a great start!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water 5-Minute Showers
    Five minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?

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    Nicholas Kallem 10/02/2018 10:56 AM
    Eating less meat is one way to reduce your water footprint.  I'm going to try to eat only vegetarian/vegan meals during this challenge.

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      Cory Bertsch 10/02/2018 11:00 AM
      Kurzgesagt  has a good video on meat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxvQPzrg2Wg
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Healthy Sleep
    Consider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?

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    Nicholas Kallem 10/02/2018 10:47 AM
    I currently only get about 6 hours of sleep each night.  I'd like to get at least 7 hours.  I think I should focus on exercising regularly, avoiding computer and tv screens before bed, and avoiding caffeine in the evening.  
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Try a New Way to Prep
    Canning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?

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    Nicholas Kallem 10/02/2018 10:27 AM
    I found a quick pickled radish recipe that I'd like to try.  I love radishes, and think these could be delicious!  

    https://cookieandkate.com/2014/spicy-quick-pickled-radishes/


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    Nicholas Kallem 9/28/2018 7:14 AM
    Good morning!  I'm excited to get started!  This challenge will be great motivation for doing some of the projects I've been putting off, like installing a low flow shower head and remembering to utilize my reusable grocery bags.

    • Nate Jessen's avatar
      Nate Jessen 9/28/2018 7:21 AM
      I know you can do this Nicholas, I have seen you do some amazing things this last year.