Elissa Preston
10/09/2018 3:55 PM
Pickles and salsa. We are also freezing blanched broccoli, fresh blackberries, homemade pesto and pumpkin puree.
Elissa Preston
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 196 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO16disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO27plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO26pounds of CO2have been saved
Elissa's actions
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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning 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?