

Michelle Kotsagrelos
"WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER IN THIS WORLD SO MAKE IT GOOD!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,007 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO30advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO600gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO10lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO161minutesspent learning
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UP TO725minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO725minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO25pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
Michelle's actions
Health & Equity
Track My Purchases
SDG 10
Each day, I will track my purchases to identify my spending habits. This will allow me to see what purchases can be reduced.
Economy & Communities
Replace Manual Thermostats
SDG 7, 9, 12
I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.
Climate & Ecosystems
Calculate Your Carbon Impact
SDG 13
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG 6
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Basic Needs & Security
Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe
I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 10 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Economy & Communities
Choose LED Bulbs
SDG 7
I will replace 10 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG 3
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.
Education & Livelihood
Thank Educators
SDG 4
I will write to a school, community learning center, or education leader I admire to express my thanks for their sustainability work and find out how I can get involved.
Education & Livelihood
Research Impact Investing
SDG 8
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Education & Livelihood
Host or Join a Cleanup Event
SDG 11, 17
Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG 6
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer in My Community
SDG 1
I will volunteer 2 hours in my community.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Michelle Kotsagrelos 10/10/2023 6:26 AMHi! I joined this challenge to try and make permanent changes to my behavior to help reduce my carbon footprint. -
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/30/2023 3:24 AMWe did it! Great job, everyone!! -
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/24/2023 7:03 AMOne more week to go! WE CAN DO THIS!!! -
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/16/2023 6:44 AMWe are at the half way point! We can do this!! -
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/16/2023 6:43 AMTo try to reduce my carbon imprint. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/06/2023 11:14 AMIt will be easier, I won't have to worry about making sure to change the thermostat when I am not home. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & Ecosystems Calculate Your Carbon ImpactWhat is one way you will reduce your carbon footprint? What is a practice you already have that helps you reduce your carbon footprint?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Calculate Your Water FootprintWhat is one way you will reduce your water use? What is a practice you already have that helps you reduce your water use?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian RecipeWhat was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/06/2023 11:02 AMI made a vegan chocloate cake for Lent. It turned out OK, with no eggs, milk or butter. Kinda of fun. No pictures - it was eaten. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Analyze Your Utility BillsWhat was the most interesting thing you learned from analyzing your utility bill? What are some ways you can save energy and water?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/05/2023 11:21 AMSigning up to use renewable energy, will lock in a consistent rate versus the variable rate, and in the long run be cheaper (and better for the environment. Use timers and install better faucets, showerheads, etc.