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Ophelia Smith Sears

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Sustainable Innovation

Conduct a Plastics Audit

Reducing plastic use starts with awareness, and there are amazing innovations in materials to replace plastic! I will conduct an audit of the plastic products I use daily and identify items I can replace with sustainable alternatives.

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Sustainable Innovation

Replace Old Bulbs with LED Bulbs

Energy-efficient lighting is a bright idea. I will replace 3 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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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.

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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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    What 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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    Ophelia Smith Sears 4/30/2025 2:39 PM
    i feel like im bettering the next generation to be having a brighter future.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    How 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?

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    Ophelia Smith Sears 4/30/2025 2:37 PM
    it reduced the electric bill of every month. I could reduce my heater usage, and also my stove usage.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    What surprised you most about the amount or types of plastic you use daily? What sustainable alternatives are you excited to try, and how do you think they’ll reduce your plastic waste?

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    Ophelia Smith Sears 4/30/2025 2:31 PM
    im use a lot of plastics that turn into mircoplastics. i started using glass as an alternative. i think it reduces my plastic waste because I buy more products that dont involve plastices.