Erin Ferry
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 41 TOTAL
Erin's actions
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Health
Avoid refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
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.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
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.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Waste
Buy Food And Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.
Waste
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
Energy
Upgrade My Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Water
Install Greywater Catchment
I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.
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Erin Ferry 10/11/2017 11:45 AMI was feeling a bit sluggish this morning, but after receiving a reminder that today was day one of the eco-challenge, I immediately perked up! I am posting my daily/one-time challenges next to my desk and by my bed to keep myself reminded of my challenges. I love that the different categories allow for a wholistic approach to the eco-challenge. The best way to start off the challenge was listing three things that I'm grateful for today and writing a little affirmation/appreciation note for my coworker. GET READY, ECO-CHALLENGE. I'M COMING FOR YA.-
Erin Ferry 10/11/2017 11:46 AMahem, colleague...not co-worker.
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