Neil Parpart
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 156 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO6.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO6.6pounds of CO2have been saved
Neil's actions
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Energy
Upgrade My Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Locally-Sourced MealsIf you were to only eat what is in season locally, what would be the hardest for you to give up?
Neil Parpart 10/21/2018 6:44 PMWe got locally produced chickens, eggs and our own garden. We also purchase locally raised beef. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Neil Parpart 10/21/2018 6:40 PMpowered my monitors down on Friday and always power down my laptop so it doesn't have to recharge the battery when not used.