will richmond
9/25/2018 2:53 PM
tried to micro-bake. microwave + bake to lower cook time and save energy. the microwave kind of burnt the food. :(
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Sara Mihm 9/26/2018 9:59 AM
will richmond
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.3pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
will's actions
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Energy
Upgrade Heating & Cooling Units
I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.
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.
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.
Community
Support A Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
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.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Participant Feed
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will richmond 10/24/2018 9:04 AMheard a nice story on OPB about EU phasing out plastics (i.e., plastic straws contaminating the ocean). took a minute to research further:
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/2018/07/ocean-plastic-pollution-solutions/?user.testname=none
a lot of good news in there! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodCanning 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?