Lee Ming Chang
10/27/2020 11:33 PM
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Lee Ming Chang
"Let's do some good to the environment!"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 996 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO440gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO555minutesspent exercising
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UP TO300minutesspent learning
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UP TO40minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.3pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO79more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Lee Ming's actions
Community
Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary Experiences
Do at Home
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
Community
Sign Up to Vote
Do at Home
I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!
Transportation
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Do at Home
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
Do at Home
I will spend at least 30 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk Outside
Do at Home
I will take a walk outside for 20 minutes each day.
Waste
Go Paperless
Do at Home
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
Waste
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Do at Home
I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Watch a Documentary about Racial Injustice
Do at Home
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.
Health
Reduce Refined Sugar
Do at Home
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
Do at Home
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Energy
Turn It Off
Do at Home
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Water
5-Minute Showers
Do at Home
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Simplicity
Research Impact Investing
Do at Home
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.
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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Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:34 PMIt's a wrap for this year's ecochallenge. Thanks all for the active participation and let the positive changes stick with us for years to come! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Advocate for Greener VehiclesReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Sign Up to VoteWhy is voting important to creating a just, sustainable, and thriving world? In what other ways can you actively participate in important decision-making?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:32 PMUse our vote as our voice. Vote for who envision a more sustainable future. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Learn About & Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:29 PMYou dont need fancy clothes to show who you are. Personality, confidence are the key. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Go for a Daily Walk OutsideFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:26 PMit helps me to take time off screen and enjoy "me-time". The nice view of nature & wildlife is rewarding. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Reduce Refined SugarBefore you started this challenge, did you think you were 'addicted' to sugar? How do you feel now?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:24 PMSince last year Ecochallenge, I already cut down sugar a lot. I realize that we can cut down reliance on refined sugar. Go for natural sources such as fruits. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:23 PMI feel healthier by eating clean. Also, meat industry is generating high environmental impact. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn It OffHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Lee Ming Chang 10/27/2020 11:21 PMIn Singapore, 95% of electricity is generated with natural gas. We are relying on non-renewable fuel sources. This needs a switch for renewable, more diverse and cleaner sources. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary ExperiencesHow is equality for trans, femme, and nonbinary people important to a just and sustainable society?