Genesis Rosado
"A teacher to be, being happier every day."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,028 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO60gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO10locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO45plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO9.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
Genesis's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
Health
Avoid refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 60 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
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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Genesis Rosado 10/24/2018 4:56 AMI carry my reusable water bottle wherever I go. -
Genesis Rosado 10/23/2018 7:12 AMI feel better while skipping refined sugars. -
Genesis Rosado 10/21/2018 9:21 AMToday I started planting my garden. -
Genesis Rosado 10/20/2018 10:11 AMI promise to read about water conservation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Eco-friendly GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Genesis Rosado 10/20/2018 10:07 AMIn Puerto Rico there is a problem with drought during summer season. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles serve an important role in places for health and safety, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. Can you identify the barriers in making this a new habit? How can you set yourself up for success in making this a permanent change?
Genesis Rosado 10/20/2018 10:06 AMSubstituting bottles for gallons and reusable bottles to refill it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Launch a Recycling ProgramHow might thinking creatively help us address big systems problems differently?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Advocate For More Food Packaging OptionsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Genesis Rosado 10/20/2018 10:02 AMI like beaches. I'm so concerned about used water discharged in the sea. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Advocate for Greener VehiclesReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
Genesis Rosado 10/20/2018 10:01 AMMy car is an old one. I'm planning to buy a eco-friendly one to reduce my gas expenses.