Luz Lopez-Knicrumah
10/19/2018 11:21 AM
Creating long term solutions that will have less impact on the environment.
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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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Cristiane Young 10/22/2018 12:39 PMAs I practice writing the things that I am grateful it helps me shift my thoughts to what I have instead of what is missing! It does help to keep a positive mind set. -
Luz Lopez-Knicrumah 10/19/2018 11:22 AM
My challenge is going great. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Donate to or Volunteer for Low-Income Solar InitiativesEquitable access, environmental justice and creating employment opportunities are just a few advantages of low-income solar programs. Can you think of other benefits that could come from initiatives like this? Which advantages of low-income solar do you find the most compelling?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Reduce Single-Use DisposablesBringing your own bags and containers to the grocery store, and even to restaurants for leftovers, are a couple of ways to reduce your waste. What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than in other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
Kristen Koch 10/18/2018 11:46 AMthe access to fast food , lack of access to local farms , fast paced society impacts how we access food daily -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Upgrade Heating & Cooling UnitsWhat inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Choose Two-Sided PrintingChoosing two-sided printing can be an easy adjustment on your computer settings. How can you help others make this same switch? Can it be encouraged company wide?
Luz Lopez-Knicrumah 10/17/2018 11:47 AMyes, we need to have posters and signs around the office to remind users to use two-sided settings. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Go for a Daily WalkFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
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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?
Luz Lopez-Knicrumah 10/15/2018 3:28 AM
Companies should be more health conscious and encourage customers to reuse bottles. A barrier is money, because some people find it cheaper to busy a plastic bottle. I will be more aware of my behavior and make every effort to change my habit. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Go for a Daily WalkHow do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
Luz Lopez-Knicrumah 10/15/2018 3:24 AMIt slower paste and I am focusing on my surrounding such as noise, nature, birds, colors...just everything is visit.