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October 11 - October 25, 2017
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John Robinson

Port of Portland

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John's actions

Water

Install a Toilet Tank Bank

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

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Water

Eco-friendly Gardening

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

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Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 8 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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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.

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Waste

Start Composting

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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Nature

Tend a Garden

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

COMPLETED 11
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Waste

Avoid Disposables

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

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Watch a Documentary

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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Food

Smart Seafood Choices

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

COMPLETED 4
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Health

Take Control

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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Food

Try a New Way to Prep

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

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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.

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Water

Collect Rain Water

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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Water

Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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Health

Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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Nature

Explore My Area

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

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Health

Know My health

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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Energy

Consider Switching to an Electric Vehicle

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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Food

Weekly Meal Planning

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

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    John Robinson 10/11/2017 12:08 AM
    This is awsome!  Tapping our competitive nature to spread public awareness and help the environment!  Now everyone go help save the planet one challenge at a time.  Can you out Eco me?