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Last day of the challenge.  Well done all!

I like to talk to strangers

I think that's self-evident - if we come up with creative solutions, we'll be able to address big systems problems in ways we hadn't previously tried.  Which is great, because we clearly haven't come up with a lasting solution yet, so we need to think outside of the box

I was looking up how to recycle lightbulbs and learned that many things are recyclable that I never would have realized - like electronics, fabrics, etc.  I'll always have to check in the future to avoid a wasted recycling opportunity :)

My career - it's not always a comfortable thing to think about, so I need to force myself to spend more time than I'm currently spending

I'm very aware of where I am, so I get a better map of the neighborhood in my head, and I see more details that make me feel closer to my neighbors

Working exercise into every day lets me use my time management skills and discipline :)

Knowing more about the environment I live in makes me feel more at home and more connected to where I live.  It literally helps me put down roots :)

I can choose to avoid anything with excess packaging (like single packs and other unhealthy snacks), which would help both me and the environment

Low-income solar can actually generate enough energy that the excess can be sold back to some utility companies, providing an easy additional source of income for the communities.  In addition, the cells can look nice and futuristic and improve the look of some of the buildings.