Guy Tillis
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 215 THIS WEEK
- 1,024 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO36poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO76pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1,802gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO28advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1,850minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO615minutesspent learning
Guy's actions
Freshwater + Oceans
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.
Action Track: Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 10 hours in my community.
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Biodiversity and Me
I will spend at least 10 minutes each day researching what biodiversity is, how biodiversity positively impacts our world, and how the loss of biodiversity harms it. I will share what I learn on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Learn About Water Justice in My Area
I will spend at least 10 minutes a day using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.
Land + Forests
30 for 30 in Nature
Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside (in a large or small patch of nature), then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
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.
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.
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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Guy Tillis 4/22/2024 7:38 AMHappy Earth Day everyone! -
Guy Tillis 4/10/2024 1:07 PMI couldn't go out much today because of bad weather here. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Guy Tillis 4/06/2024 5:48 PMTake shorter showers, not use so much water when brushing my teeth, wash clothes in cold water. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Learn About Water Justice in My AreaWho is affected by polluted water or a lack of access to water in your region? How are they affected?
Guy Tillis 4/06/2024 5:46 PMMainly everyone who dumps trash near storm drains which affect everyone in the community, whether human or animal. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and OceansWhat did you learn about freshwater and oceans you did not already know? In sharing this information with people in your life, which conversation was impactful to you?
Guy Tillis 4/03/2024 8:59 PMReduce and refuse plastics help keep freshwater safe not only for is, but for animals that rely on that water -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Guy Tillis 4/03/2024 8:58 PMI volunteer for our non-profit Zoo and Aquarium here for the last 9 years. It's how I got started with Plastic Free July and learning more about Conservation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests 30 for 30 in NatureWhat have you noticed about how it feels to spend consistent time outside?
Guy Tillis 4/03/2024 8:56 PMI feel healthier by walking, enjoying the natural light instead of being under fluorescent lights in my apartment. -
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?
Guy Tillis 4/03/2024 8:55 PMGrocery stores that use plastic bags. Every time I go shopping, I carry my own reusable tote bags instead of relying on plastic bags provided. -
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?
Guy Tillis 4/03/2024 8:54 PMPortion control and how I portion into certain reusable containers instead of plastic ware.