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Megan Eatough

Hillsboro Community EcoChallenge

"Practicing eco-friendly habits to develop a more earth-friendly lifestyle. "

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participant impact

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    gallons of water
    have been saved

Megan's actions

Water

Ditch Microbeads

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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Community

Share my Actions

I will make my environmental actions visible by posting on social media using the #EcoChallenge hashtag.

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Health

Audit Toxic Cleaning Products

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

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Energy

Disable Screen Savers

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

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Nature

Take Nature Photos

I will take photos to capture my experiences with the natural world.

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Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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Community

Become and Equity Leader

I will join a group on campus that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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Simplicity

De-Clutter

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

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Energy

Adjust the Thermostat

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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Health

Exercise Daily

I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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Community

Connect with a Nonprofit

I will connect with a local nonprofit and find out how I can get involved.

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Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 20 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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Transportation

Drive Less

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

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Simplicity

Physical or Mental Mindful Practices

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.

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Nature

Go for a Hike

I will take a 20-minute hike in nature.

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Health

Cut Out Harmful Self-Care Products

I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.

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Water

Wash Only Full Loads of Laundry

I will conserve water by only doing full loads of laundry.

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Water

Brush My Teeth Without Running Water

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

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DAILY ACTION

Water

Research My Water Supply

I will learn more about my own local watershed and where my water comes from and identify any conservation or water quality issues.

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Health

Gratitude

I will write down three things that I am grateful for each day OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being each day.

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Food

Plant an Herb Garden

I will plant an herb garden or window pot in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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Food

Watch a Documentary

I will watch a documentary about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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Participant Feed

Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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