Kyle Moore
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 106 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO0.5poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO1.1pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO26gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
Kyle's actions
Climate + Air
Weekly Meal Planning
One third of all food produced worldwide is wasted, and so is the energy it takes to produce and transport that food. I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need and eating what I planned each day.
Climate + Air
Consume only Needs vs Wants
The more stuff we consume, the more greenhouse gasses we put into the atmosphere. I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach this month and only buy things I need.
Climate + Air
Low Carbon Diet
Carbon is emitted into the atmosphere in a variety of ways, including through the foods we eat and food we waste. I will learn about low carbon foods and replace higher carbon foods with them in my diet.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Save the Bees
Bees are vital to ecosystems. To help save the bees, I will learn which local flowers provide nectar and plant them in my backyard or in a pot on my balcony.
Land + Forests
Regenerative Agriculture and Me
Regenerative agriculture focuses on farming and ranching in a way that supports life and restores the soil. I will spend 45 minutes learning about regenerative agriculture and find out if any nearby farms practice regenerative agriculture.
Land + Forests
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 30 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Land + Forests
Borrow Before I Buy
Why buy something I will only use once or a few times if someone nearby has it for me to borrow, and why not share something I have that someone may only need a few times a year? To reduce my consumption and waste, I will create or support the sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
Land + Forests
Plant Trees
Trees capture carbon and produce oxygen that is essential to life on earth. I will support this important piece of nature by organizing or joining a community group to plant 3 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
Freshwater + Oceans
Go Plastic-Free
Millions of tons of plastic is produced each year worldwide. Each day, I will conduct a plastics audit of what I buy and use throughout the challenge (kitchen, bathroom, personal care products, etc.), to see how single-use plastic shows up in my life. I will find plastic-free alternatives to these products and advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, product manufacturers, at work, or on campus.
Freshwater + Oceans
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 15 minutes learning more about the importance of freshwater + ocean conservation, and how I can reduce my water use. I will share what I learn with people in person, on social media, and on the feed.
Climate + Air
Declutter My Home Without the Landfill
Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Go Plastic-FreeWhere did plastic show up on your life that surprised you the most? What plastic alternative products did you discover you may switch to?
Kyle Moore 4/18/2024 12:57 PMVegetable and fruit containers were my heaviest plastic uses. My kids eat tons of fruit and most come wrapped in plastic. I have started washing out the larger ones and using them to contain small pieces of their toys that need to stick together and their art supplies. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Weekly Meal PlanningHow did it feel to plan out your meals and stick to them in an effort to reduce food waste?
Kyle Moore 4/18/2024 12:54 PMIt felt good to have a plan going into grocery shopping instead of random purchasing that leads to last minute meal decisions. It was incredibly time consuming, especially planning all the kids lunches and snacks. It did eliminate decision making in the morning when things are at their most busy!-
Tony Chimento 4/18/2024 1:02 PMAt least you are allowed to go into the grocery store. My wife won't let me go alone for the exact reasons you noted. Great job.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Consume only Needs vs WantsConsuming only what we need vs. what we want can be really hard to do. What has been challenging about committing to this action for a month? What have you learned about yourself? Will you change any habits going forward?
Kyle Moore 4/18/2024 12:52 PMI certainly struggle with this one. I will be looking to change my fashion choices the most. I recently cleaned out my closet and realized I barely wear half of what I own! I struggle to find fashion items that last and plan to really analyze each item and its longevity. Maybe I can find some new ways to style what I have. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Low Carbon DietWhich high carbon foods will you eat less of, and what are some low carbon options you'll choose instead?
Kyle Moore 4/17/2024 7:37 AMThis topic is very interesting! I do think eating more plant-based food is good for the environment and health, but I think the key here is eating locally unprocessed foods not necessarily eliminating meat and animal products. Here is an article that is worth reading for a more encompassing perspective - What if the United States stopped eating meat? | CLEAR Center (ucdavis.edu)