Ecochallenge.org

2020 People's Ecochallenge

October 7 - October 28, 2020

paul hargen

HP PUERTO RICO

"To actively promote and support the environment in words and actions every day."

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paul's actions

Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community

Watch a Documentary about Racial Injustice

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I will watch 3 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.

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Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community

Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary Experiences

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I will spend 30 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

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Waste

Go Paperless

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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.

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Water

Collect Rain Water

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I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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Simplicity

Core Values

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We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

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Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community

Support Businesses Owned by People of Color

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Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community

Support Resilient Powergrids

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A community can be brought to its knees without dependable power, often affecting the most vulnerable. I will write 3 letter(s) or email(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for a more resilient power grid (e.g. microgrids, solar+storage).

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Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community

Support a Sharing Economy

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I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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Action Track: Healing and Renewal

Healthy Sleep

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Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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Action Track: Healing and Renewal

Mindfulness Practice

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I will spend 10 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness.

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Action Track: Healing and Renewal

Forgiveness

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I will begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.

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Action Track: Healing and Renewal

Engage In Active Listening

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I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 20 conversations.

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Food

Buy From a Farmers Market

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I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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Energy

Install Alternative Energy

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I will install an alternative energy system, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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Health

Go Get a Check Up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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Health

Know My Health

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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Transportation

Stay on the Ground

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Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

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Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

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I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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Energy

Upgrade My Windows

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I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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Community

Raise Money For a Nonprofit

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I will raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.

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Health

Take Control

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Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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Community

Volunteer in My Community

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I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

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