
Rochelle Smith
"To reduce as much waste to the environment as I can and persuade others to get reusable water bottles and carpool to functions more."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 2,741 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO525pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO214more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO105meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO7,650minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO436plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO218milestraveled by foot
Rochelle's actions
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Food
Smart Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
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.
Simplicity
Physical or Mental Mindful Practices
I will spend 45 minute(s) per day thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.
Simplicity
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Health
More fruits and veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
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.
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.
Food
Reduce Dining Hall Waste
I will carefully fill my plate in the dining hall and take only what I can eat. I'll also inquire about ways to improve composting and use of recyclable foodware.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Water
Watch A Water Documentary
I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.
Community
Get Involved with Student Government
I will start to be active in my student government.
Nature
Attend or Join an Outdoor Club
I will go to an outdoor club or similar group's meeting or event.
Health
Go Organic
I will choose organic as often as possible to reduce exposure to pesticides, which are unhealthy for me as well as the planet.
Community
Volunteer in my Community/on Campus
I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community or on campus.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Transportation
Walk to Class
I will walk 2 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 4.82 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Community
Register to Vote
I will register to vote with my state or local election office.
Community
Join an Environmental Justice Group
I will join a student group that is committed to environmental justice. If one doesn't exist, I will begin one.
Health
DIY Non-Toxic Cleaning
I will make my own cleaning products using non-toxic ingredients - improving air quality at home or school and also protecting human and environmental health.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit and find out how I can get involved.
Nature
Explore Campus Nature
I will spend time getting acquainted with the nature on or near my campus.
Health
Audit Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Nature
Get Involved In Local/Campus Conservation
I will get involved in a local or campus conservation project, volunteering my time or researching local conservation issues.
Community
Express my Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental advocacy.
Participant Feed
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Rochelle Smith 1/29/2018 12:12 PMIn order to take showers that last less than 10 minutes, I try to quickly rinse myself once the water temperature is warm enough. -
Rochelle Smith 1/29/2018 12:11 PMFor lunch and dinner, I try to have two cups of vegetables and for breakfast two cups of fruit to sustain me during early workouts. -
Rochelle Smith 1/29/2018 12:07 PMWith my reusable water bottle, I am happy to reduce the amount of plastic waste I may have contributed otherwise. -
Rochelle Smith 1/29/2018 12:06 PMInstead of being on social media everyday, I will read a book for fun every night