Deirdre Mahoney-Clark
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 339 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO30minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO30minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO5.1pounds of CO2have been saved
Deirdre's actions
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Simplicity
De-Clutter My Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or utensils.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
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.
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Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 8:00 AMTrader Joe's and other stores sell insulated grocery bags so your food purchases will stay cold as you run your errands after a shopping trip. (If your grocery stop is not the last spot on your errand route. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 7:58 AMI save errands for one day a week and with my google route app, map where I need to go so my trip is one big circle. It saves time, fuel and I don't forget things I should get done. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 7:56 AMAnother sweep of clothing and household items to be donated to women's shelters. Feels good to open up space at home and hopefully help someone out of difficult circumstances. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 7:55 AMMy dogs love this challenge. They are getting more outside/walking time. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 7:54 AMCooked a new boiled taro recipe with sesame oil and five spice. Very tasty. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/24/2017 7:53 AMKept the storm drains cleared during the heavy rains so no flooded street. Now the sunshine is back for a week. Hurray. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/12/2017 8:51 AMEating clean, no canned or prepared food any more. Cleaned out pantry of almost all canned and boxed food and donated to the food bank. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/12/2017 8:49 AMUsing pyrex to store food and bring lunch in. Wax paper is a new go to. Read up on how bad soft plastics are for your hormones, health and the planet and you'll switch too. -
Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/12/2017 8:47 AMPlantain pancakes. Very quick, easy and tasty. No more bisquick.-
Liv Jenssen 10/12/2017 6:02 PMDo have a recipe to share for Plantain Pancakes? Thanks!
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Deirdre Mahoney-Clark 10/12/2017 8:46 AMCarpooled everyday this week, so far.