Hilary Sueoka
10/23/2018 10:10 PM
The Columbia Slough is the closest. Nitrification from fertilizer could be a problem, in addition to any other toxins (oil, other car fluids) that drain from roads and parking lots.
Hilary Sueoka
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 501 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO14pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO30minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO50minutesspent learning
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UP TO15locally sourced mealsconsumed
Hilary's actions
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 20 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterWhere are your nearest natural bodies of water? How might they be affected by runoff?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthWho is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?
Hilary Sueoka 10/11/2018 11:36 PMPeople of color and low income communities are often in areas of fewer transit options. They are often transit dependent, and paying the transit fare may be more of a financial burden. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Hilary Sueoka 10/08/2018 11:47 PMturn off lights, close curtains at night, wash clothes on cold, line dry laundry, etc! -
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?
Hilary Sueoka 10/04/2018 11:35 PMI was looking for somewhere to recycle plastic caps. I did not find anywhere (SCRAP sometimes takes them, but is currently full.) However, I did find out that metal bottle caps are ok to recycle curbside as long as they are put into a larger metal can. And Metro has a recycling hotline, in case you have any recycling queries that cannot be answered on the website! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodIf you were to only eat what is in season locally, what would be the hardest for you to give up?