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Lisa Brenskelle 4/23/2025 4:40 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 15-DAY STREAK
organic waste, like your apple core, can be composted and returned to nourish the soil. The coffee container may be recyclable. Or, you may find a store where you can buy coffee in bulk, with less packaging. Waste water, if not contaminated by non eco-friendly detergents, can be used to water a garden/landscape. For pens, I use a fountain pen, but I still have to recycle the glass ink bottles when the ink is used up.
Mac MacDonald
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 402 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO24pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO2.0new placesexplored
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UP TO45minutesspent learning
Mac's actions
Health and Well-Being
Go Get a Check Up
Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.
Health and Well-Being
Prepare for Extreme Weather
Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.
Sustainable Innovation
Ride the Bus!
I am going to take the bus to work 3 times this month to reduce my carbon footprint and explore it as a more frequent commute option.
Land, Water, and Air
Produce No Waste for a Day
The impacts of our waste are far reaching. I will create zero waste for an entire day and share my reflections and learnings on the feed.
Land, Water, and Air
Understand My Water Footprint
Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.
Community and Connection
Explore My Area
Discovering what’s nearby fosters a deeper connection to my community. I will explore 2 new places in my area, such as parks, historical sites, or local businesses.
Land, Water, and Air
Learn About Water Justice
Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 25 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.
Sustainable Innovation
Donate to or Support Low-Income Solar Initiatives
Clean energy should be accessible to all. I will support, donate, or volunteer to help programs that bring solar energy to low-income communities, helping create a more equitable and sustainable future.
Community and Connection
Keep My Community Clean
A clean community benefits everyone. Each day I am outside, I will pick up 2 pieces of litter to keep my community clean.
Community and Connection
Offer a Skill or Service
Sharing our talents can benefit those around us. I will offer my skills or services to support my community, such as helping someone with a task, tutoring, repairing something, or volunteering my expertise.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand, Water, and AirWhat was hard about having a Zero Waste Day? What did you learn about yourself and your habits?
Mac MacDonald 4/23/2025 3:33 PMTrying to produce no waste was a serious challenge, and I wouldn't say that I succeeded, but it got me paying attention. It just keeps leading to more questions. Say I have instant coffee so I don't produce grounds; what happens to the container that it comes in? And the dishwater when I wash my cup? If I eat an apple instead of cheese (which comes in plastic), then what am I doing with the apple core? What do I do about pencil shavings, or pen ink refills? Complicated. If anyone has a workaround for band-aids, let me know. XD -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand, Water, and AirWhat surprised you most about your water footprint, and how did it influence your perspective on water use? What changes can you make to reduce your water consumption, and how will these impact your daily routine?
Mac MacDonald 4/17/2025 11:58 AMI can save a gallon here or there around the house, but the virtual water footprint is absolutely staggering. Less beef for me, thanks! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Well-BeingWhat did you do to prepare for extreme weather events? Share any tips or resources you found helpful in the feed!
Mac MacDonald 4/15/2025 10:02 AMUnderrated resources for weather emergencies: contacts, caffeine, cash. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity and ConnectionWhat new places or experiences did you discover in your local area? How has exploring your community changed your perspective or sense of connection?
Mac MacDonald 4/10/2025 8:43 AMThe number of duck flags in my neighborhood did not surprise me. The number of live chickens, on the other hand, was a shock. My neighbors like fresh eggs! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand, Water, and AirWhat water justice issues did you learn about, and who is most affected in your community? How can you contribute to creating equitable access to clean water in your area?
Mac MacDonald 4/03/2025 3:37 PMI had no idea water inequity was such an issue around the world. 4 in 10 people don't have enough water - for starters!
I went looking through the United Nations web site for ways an individual can make a difference, then got sidetracked with volunteer efforts in my community.
I did notice that, on the UN's Goal 6 commitment page, there are very few local government commitments to improve water access in the US. Maybe this is something I could bring up in my department...-
Lisa Brenskelle 4/03/2025 3:45 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 15-DAY STREAK
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