Michael Ryan
"Do Better!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 628 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO80more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO240gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO540minutesspent exercising
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UP TO20meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
Michael's actions
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Energy
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 15 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Participant Feed
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Michael Ryan 10/24/2018 9:01 AMFinal Day of the Challenge! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
Michael Ryan 10/22/2018 12:21 PMThe city of Saint Paul has a citywide waste and recycle days in which you pay a small amount to recycle (e.g. electronics, furniture) and dispose of harmful substances (e.g. old paint, batteries). -
Michael Ryan 10/22/2018 12:17 PMWe are in the home stretch!
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Michael Ryan 10/11/2018 10:43 AMMy challenge is going well. -
Michael Ryan 10/05/2018 12:29 PMHere is an article on plastic container and thinking about the amount of plastic that leaches into our food.
https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2018/9/11/17614540/plastic-food-containers-contamination-health-risks
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Michael Ryan 10/05/2018 12:21 PMI am going to catch Jeremy! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteReducing your paper mail can be such a freeing action to take -- by reducing what is coming in, you can reduce what is going into the recycling bin too. How does it make you feel? What is the next step you will take to reduce your waste?
Michael Ryan 10/04/2018 11:04 AMThe next step will be to teach my kids the value of recycling, composting, etc. to minimizing waste. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than any other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How can we start shifting from a meat-focused food culture to a more plant-based one?
Michael Ryan 10/03/2018 1:34 PMI think legacy contributes to a meat eating culture. Economics/cost of plant based protein is a good place to start. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterWhat would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?