matt kline
"To make conscious decisions each and everyday that will reduce my footprint on this beautiful planet. To inspire my students and raise awareness. To stay positive and proactive in the face of climate change."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 830 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO72plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO43plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO48disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO107plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
matt's actions
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
Do at Home
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
Do at Home
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
Do at Home
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Waste
Skip the Straw
Do at Home
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 5 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
Do at Home
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
Do at Home
I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Waste
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Do at Home
Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate. I will keep 6 container(s) out of the landfill each day.
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.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Buy From a Farmers MarketWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
matt kline 10/27/2020 9:15 AMI have been staying away from beef, chicken, and pork. I am still eating some fish, but am trying to eat a mostly plant based diet.-
Lily :) 10/27/2020 9:28 AMyeah plant-based is a great way to cut down on emissions!
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matt kline 10/27/2020 9:09 AMstill going strong. enjoying my coffee in my reusable mug this morning. -
matt kline 10/22/2020 10:01 AMIt's a good daily reminder to make the right choice! Took a bike ride already today! -
matt kline 10/21/2020 9:20 AMworking from home today. no commute = no fossil fuels -
matt kline 10/21/2020 9:12 AMAfter class I will be taking out my compost bucket to the compost bin.-
Lily :) 10/21/2020 9:20 AMnice!
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matt kline 10/21/2020 9:08 AMWish I could change my daily actions - it would be nice to challenge myself in some different ways. -
matt kline 10/20/2020 9:12 AMGotta keep going and remember to do the daily tasks. Sticking with it is the only way to make a big impact! -
matt kline 10/15/2020 8:31 AMStill going strong! Big team = big impact -
matt kline 10/09/2020 2:53 PMGoing well. Students are still very engaged! -
matt kline 10/08/2020 9:53 AMI joined the challenge because I wanted to inspire my students to take small actions to help the planet.-
Spencer Kosove 10/08/2020 10:06 AMWow!
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ruby santamaria 10/08/2020 10:00 AMcool!
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