Paul Armentor
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 710 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO30disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO300gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO22lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO15outdoor mealsconsumed
Paul's actions
Nature
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Visit a Waste Management Facility
I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 22 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
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.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Energy
Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle
Research or test drive an electric car or bike.
Community
Express my Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Create Your Own Action
environmental films on any subject
I found the documentary about food tab in the food box. That subject is far too limiting - I will watch several environmental films on various subjects.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Paul Armentor 10/28/2016 1:15 PMenjoyed the ecochallenge - our team did very well. -
Paul Armentor 10/27/2016 1:18 PMposed a tough climate change question at a candidate forum -
Paul Armentor 10/26/2016 8:52 AMde-clutter a bit and watch another environmental film today -
Paul Armentor 10/25/2016 11:35 AMsaved a lot of water this week in the kitchen rinsing dishes and such. -
Paul Armentor 10/24/2016 4:30 PMNo sunset to enjoy today - only clouds -
Paul Armentor 10/23/2016 2:16 PMdid a little de-cluttering today -
Paul Armentor 10/23/2016 2:14 PMdriving less is doable if you simply plan your trips -
Paul Armentor 10/23/2016 2:11 PMvery easy to brush teeth without water running -
Paul Armentor 10/23/2016 2:09 PMrewatched old NOVA about solar and wind -
Paul Armentor 10/19/2016 11:50 AMchanged out bulbs today with LED - let the savings begin!