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Sherry Thompson

Office Depot Women of Color ARG

"My mission is to become a steward of a cleaner environment. and to set an example for others that the small things make a difference to the health of our planet. "

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participant impact

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    2.0
    advocacy actions
    completed
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    1.0
    community event
    hosted or attended
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    2.0
    conversations
    with people
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    12
    documentaries
    watched
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    1.0
    donation
    made
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    1.0
    energy audit
    conducted
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    880
    gallons of water
    have been saved
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    5.0
    items
    repaired
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    66
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
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    1,165
    minutes
    spent learning
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    13
    pieces of litter
    picked up
  • UP TO
    5.6
    pounds
    food waste prevented
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    12
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
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    3.0
    public officials or leaders
    contacted
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    50
    square feet
    community beautification
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    1.0
    water footprint
    calculated
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    33
    zero-waste meals
    consumed

Sherry's actions

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement

SDG 6

I will spend 15 minutes learning about water justice in my region.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Watch a Documentary About Economy, Energy, or Industry

SDG 7, 9, 12

I will watch 1 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Know Your Produce

SDG 2

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Make Zero-Waste Meals

SDG 2

I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.

COMPLETED 29
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Advocate For Your Watershed

SDG 6

I will call my elected officials to ask about what they are doing regarding water issues in my region.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Advocate for Equitable Food Access

SDG 10

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for equitable food options at work, campus, or in the spaces I frequent by contacting community leaders and/or doing other advocacy actions.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Create & Share A Love Letter, Poem, Song or Picture

SDG 14, 15

I will express my love and gratitude for our planet by writing a love letter, poem, song or taking a picture. I will share this in the Ecochallenge feed or on my social media.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Education & Livelihood

Watch a Documentary About Education or Work

SDG 4

I will watch 3 documentaries about education or work.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace

SDG 3, 5, 10, 16

I will watch 2 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Donate Food

SDG 3, 10

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG 9

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Chat With A Nonprofit

SDG 12

I will have a conversation with one or more nonprofit organizations I want to be involved with.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Online Energy Audit

SDG 7

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Ecological & Xeriscape Gardening

SDG 14, 15

Studies show a grass lawn is water intensive and on average it require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard or community to conserve water and improve habitat: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Watch a Documentary About Climate Change or Nature

SDG 13, 14, 15

I will watch 3 documentaries about climate change.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Plan A Staycation in Your Community

SDG 11

For an upcoming vacation, I will spend 30 minutes planning out a staycation in my region. For reference, one several hour flight releases the equivalent of nearly 14% of the annual emissions from a car.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Reduce Animal Product Consumption

SDG 2

One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day this week.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Watch a Documentary About Food, Water, or Basic Needs

SDG 6

I will watch 1 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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    Sherry Thompson 4/30/2023 8:48 AM
    It’s a wrap ☺️❤️💦🌴🌳. When my water bill drops for the month of April, I will see how much of an impact my five minute showers in that of my family have had on my bill. That’s definitely a big positive because I can use that money for something else.

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    Sherry Thompson 4/30/2023 8:42 AM
    In celebration of Earth Day, I created vegetarian and meatless dishes for dinner. My family will be able to eat this all day. I hope they can make it without me for another day.

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    Sherry Thompson 4/30/2023 8:39 AM
    I got my walk in before church and the rain .

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    Sherry Thompson 4/30/2023 8:39 AM
    Todays the last day of the challenge and it has been transformative ! I developed habits that I will continue.I hope that all of our water ways will look like this one day.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Host or Join a Cleanup Event
    How does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?

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    Sherry Thompson 4/29/2023 9:01 PM
    I’ve participated in big group clean ups before. I wanted this to be more personal so my husband and I walked our local park together and picked up trash . This meant so much more to me .

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    Sherry Thompson 4/29/2023 8:16 PM
    Today was a really busy day. My husband and I went to the park early morning and we collected trash bags. I was really surprised at how clean the park was. I don’t know if that is a result of the neighborhood I live in Central Park or that people are just mindful in this area and keeping public spaces clean. I managed to get in a good walk, which is always a pleasure. Today it was hot, and usually hot.

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    Sherry Thompson 4/29/2023 6:58 AM
    It is so relaxing to practice self care at home outside . Have clean fresh air is often taken for granted .

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    Sherry Thompson 4/27/2023 7:53 PM
    If all water look this in inviting.

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    Sherry Thompson 4/27/2023 7:59 AM
    I’m really proud of the progress I’ve made, and really make an appoint to educate myself about the environment and what I can do to help make a change. I’ve managed to recruit several converts to the cause so it proves everyone can make a difference. we must protect our natural ecosystems

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    Sherry Thompson 4/26/2023 7:35 AM
    reduce, reuse,recycle. This pineapple is the 3rd generation of an original pineapple bought 4 years ago . I replant the crown after it is harvested and use the skin as compost. This is great for the environment and a good example of being sustainable.