Gavin Porreca
4/28/2025 7:37 PM
I invested in solar panels, because my family wants to power the house, all appliances and the cars that we have. It feels good to have a role in shaping a greener future.
Gavin Porreca
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO50pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1.0water collection systeminstalled
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UP TO180gallons of watersaved
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UP TO2.0productsreplaced with sustainable alternatives
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UP TO5.0ideasshared
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UP TO11conversationswith people
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO210minutesspent learning
Gavin's actions
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.
Sustainable Innovation
Invest in the Future of Sustainability
Sustainable investments shape a greener future. I will research and invest in companies, funds, or projects that supports sustainability, such as renewable energy, green tech, or sustainable practices. I will share more about who I supported with others on social media or in the Ecochallenge feed.
Sustainable Innovation
Replace Old Bulbs with LED Bulbs
Energy-efficient lighting is a bright idea. I will replace 2 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Health and Well-Being
Replace a Product
Small changes can make a big difference for health and sustainability. Using what I learned from auditing ingredients in the products I use, I will replace 2 toxic or harmful products I use with safer, eco-friendly alternatives.
Sustainable Innovation
Learn about Sustainable Innovation
Innovation can create a more sustainable world. I will spend 30 minutes learning about new materials, technologies, ideas, or practices that help solve environmental challenges and improve our planet's future.
Community and Connection
Check In with a Friend or Colleague
Staying connected strengthens relationships and boosts well-being. Each day, I will reach out to 3 friends or colleagues to check in, have a meaningful conversation, or offer support.
Community and Connection
Keep My Community Clean
A clean community benefits everyone. Each day I am outside, I will pick up 35 pieces of litter to keep my community clean.
Land, Water, and Air
Take Shorter Showers
Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!
Land, Water, and Air
Collect Rain Water
Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 1 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
Land, Water, and Air
Learn About Water Justice
Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 30 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.
Health and Well-Being
Share a Health or Well-being Resource
Sharing knowledge helps others nurture their well-being. Through social media, in the Ecochallenge feed, or in conversations, I will share 3 health or well-being resources with friends, family, or my community to promote a healthier, more resilient world.
Health and Well-Being
Audit Toxic Products in my Home
Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend 30 minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.
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 QUESTIONSustainable InnovationWhat sustainability initiative did you invest in, and what inspired your choice? How do you feel about your role in shaping a greener future through your investment?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSustainable InnovationHow did replacing old bulbs with LED bulbs make you feel about reducing your energy consumption? What other small energy-saving actions could you take to reduce your environmental impact?
Gavin Porreca 4/28/2025 7:25 PMReplacing old bulbs with LED bulbs saves my family energy consumption, which makes us happier. I could use solar panels to charge and energize my small appliances. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSustainable InnovationWhat industries or sectors do you believe have the greatest potential to benefit from sustainable innovation, and how could they drive meaningful change? How do you think sustainable innovation will influence our future?
Gavin Porreca 4/28/2025 7:01 PMTransportation, and manufacturing are the greatest potential to benefit from sustainable innovation. Transportation could use electric vehicles, and manufacturing reuse discarded materials, and be powered by renewable energy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity and ConnectionWhat skill or service did you offer, and how did it impact someone in your community? How did sharing your expertise or time help you feel more connected to others?
Gavin Porreca 4/25/2025 11:14 AMI offered my skills with technology to a elder in my local community, I helped set up his modern computer, and phone. It helped me connect myself with others in my community. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity and ConnectionHow did keeping your community more clean connect you more to your local area? Did picking up litter change your perspective on the cleanliness of your community?
Gavin Porreca 4/25/2025 10:51 AMCleaning with my community members help unite my community. Picking up litter didn't change my perspective on the cleanliness in my community, my community was already very clean to begin with. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity and ConnectionHow did checking in with someone strengthen your relationship or provide support? How did it feel to reach out and connect?
Gavin Porreca 4/25/2025 10:28 AMChecking in with someone does strengthen the relationship with that person, and if they do have a problem providing support is a great way to strengthen relationships. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Well-BeingWhat resource did you share, and how do you think it could help others? How does sharing knowledge about well-being strengthen your relationships or community?
Gavin Porreca 4/23/2025 9:20 PMI shared the Harvard nutrition source, this source contains sleep info, diet, stress, and more. Sharing knowledge shows that you care for that person or group, even going out of my way to share source that could improve others lives. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Well-BeingWhat product did you replace, and why was it important to you? How do you feel about making a small change for a healthier, more sustainable home?
Gavin Porreca 4/23/2025 9:00 PMThe product I replaced was my toilet bowl cleaners, all my family use the toilets and having clean toilets is needed. The toilet bowl cleaner that we used to use burns the air a lit bit, and replacing it could improve air quality, and water quality. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Well-BeingWhat surprised you most about the products you use in your home?
Gavin Porreca 4/23/2025 8:35 PMI was most surprised about my cleaning products not having cancer-causing substances, as well as the amount of products my house has very little toxic product I could find. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand, Water, and AirHow did collecting rainwater influence your understanding of sustainable water use? What tasks or activities could benefit most from rainwater collection in your household?
Gavin Porreca 4/15/2025 7:25 PMCollecting rainwater showed me how easy it is to take control of my water use and reduce waste, especially during droughts. Cleaning shoes, or watering plants could benefit most from rainwater collection in my household.