Alejandra Ruiz Velasco

Participant Impact

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

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I will replace 8 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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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.

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One-Time Action

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

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DAILY ACTIONS

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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DAILY ACTIONS

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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DAILY ACTIONS

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

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I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Alejandra Ruiz Velasco 10/16/2018 1:55 PM

I had just adquired a Wonder Woman coffe mixer for me and a Star Wars one for my husband so we avoid using the disposible ones at the office :)

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Alejandra Ruiz Velasco 10/12/2018 7:22 AM

At my daughter kindergartner we have organized to buy plates and spoons for each kid so every month when we had the birthday celebrations we do not use any disposables.

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Alejandra Ruiz Velasco 10/08/2018 10:00 AM

I started to reuse plastic containers to store some grains and others to store my daughter crayons!

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