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October 14 - October 28, 2016
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Debra Kennedy

Beaverton Greenies

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 650 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    20
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    330
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    6.0
    hours
    volunteered
  • UP TO
    450
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    6.9
    pounds
    waste composted
  • UP TO
    11
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    2.1
    pounds of paper
    have been saved

Debra's actions

Water

Install a Low-Flow Showerhead

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Happiness

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Just Drive Less

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Choose Two-Sided Printing

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Choose Clean/Renewable Energy

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

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 per day that I do this.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Compost Food Waste

I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Find Local Recycling Depots

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Track my Purchases

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Avoid Disposables

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use Reusable Containers

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Eco-friendly Gardening

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Buy from a Farmers Market

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Try a New Way to Prep

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

Volunteer in my Community

I will volunteer 6 hour(s) in my community.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Practice Gratitude for Earth

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Create Your Own Action

Energy

I will not use the clothes dryer during the challenge and use a clothesline to dry my laundry (2 loads per week)

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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    Debra Kennedy 10/28/2016 1:23 PM

    What a great experience.  Thanks Beaverton Greenies- we did a great job for our first Challenge.  Thanks too to NWEI!

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    Debra Kennedy 10/27/2016 2:00 PM
    It felt so good to sit outside in the cool air today, even for just a half hour.  The trees and birds are medicine for the soul.  Happy day everyone!

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    Debra Kennedy 10/26/2016 12:08 PM
    We replaced our hand-held shower wand with a low flow shower hear. It's a little like showering under Niagara Falls because it really puts out a wide spray of water.  I'm excited to see the reduction in my water bill after the 5 minute showers, turning the water off when brushing my teeth and generally being more mindful in how I use water. 

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    Debra Kennedy 10/25/2016 3:20 PM
    I just found out that Far West Fibers, my local recycling depot is less than a mile from my house.  I can recycle even more than I do now!

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    Debra Kennedy 10/23/2016 4:47 PM
    I forgot- I finished my volunteer project; made cards for service members to say I'm grateful for their service. 

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    Debra Kennedy 10/23/2016 4:44 PM
    Stayed home all day.  I didn't drive my car, I spent no money and I had two no waste meals.  5 daysto go!

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    Debra Kennedy 10/22/2016 4:48 PM
    Didn't meet my challenge to avoid the clothes dryer.  I can't use my left hand today  because of an injury from an acupuncture treatment.  Then I hurt my back trying to pick up my laundry basket with one hand.  But, I feel ok that from four loads of laundry, I only used the dryer once.  Not the goal, but close.

    I spent an hour in line at the DEQ station this afternoon.  I am shocked and dumbfounded at how many people sat in line with their cars running!  I was in the minority by keeping my car turned off until it was time to move ahead.  Lots of wasted gas and extra emissions in the air.

    I'm not going to let that spoil my day - it's so beautiful.  I sat outside and meditated. I am grateful for the crisp air, beautiful fall colors, and a quiet neighborhood.  Peace out.

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      Patricia Schrope 10/22/2016 4:57 PM
      I'm recovering from badly placed dry needling treatment.   I've had diffuse pain and bruising.  Be healed, and keep going with your determination.  Peaceful days ahead, Debra.

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    Debra Kennedy 10/21/2016 4:09 PM
    Wonderful not to work today. I sat on the deck drinking coffee, watched the birds and squirrels and a blue jay.  I milked my 5 minute shower to the very last second; the warm water felt so good.  Happy Friday everyone!


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    Debra Kennedy 10/20/2016 3:36 PM
    I week to go! So far so good.  I'm looking forward to a long weekend.  Go Beaverton Greenies!

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    Debra Kennedy 10/19/2016 2:02 PM
    Just added a new challenge to drive less.  Basically only driving to and from work.  My weekly commute is reduced by 50 miles because I'm taking Friday off.   Day 6 and things are great so far.