Marquita Parker

Brighton Agency

"Creating a culture of sustainability at home and in the work place."

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
126 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

2.0

disposable cups

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

4.0

plastic bottles

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

2.0

plastic containers

not sent to the landfill

Marquita's actions

Waste

Reduce Single-Use Disposables

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Waste

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Reduce Single-Use Disposables

Bringing your own bags and containers to the grocery store, and even to restaurants for leftovers, are a couple of ways to reduce your waste. What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?

Marquita Parker 10/10/2018 10:09 AM

I do use grocery store plastic bags. Will try to make it a habit of keeping reusables in my trunk so i can grab those on a random grocery store trip.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Adjust the Thermostat

Your 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?

Marquita Parker 10/10/2018 10:06 AM

I was always bad about leaving my TV on at all times. I also sleep with several interior lights on (just for my own peace of mind....I have an overactive imagination). The past few days I have been making sure my TVs are off at bedtime and when I leave the house. I also have been turning off all the lights when I leave and go to bed.

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