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November 13 - November 17, 2017
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Amy Bergmann

International Education

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 375 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    5.0
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    175
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    45
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    5.0
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    0.2
    pounds of paper
    have been saved

Amy's actions

Energy - Day 5

WATCH "THE INFINITE HAPPINESS"

This film explores a residence that expands the meaning of intentional living. Ukrop Auditorium at 3 and 7:30 pm on November 17.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Recycle Everything I Can

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Print Double Sided

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

Physical or Mental Mindful Practices

I will spend 35 minute(s) thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transportation - Day 4

Drive Less

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

CELEBRATE AMERICA RECYCLES DAY

Support University of Richmond's Rethink Waste campaign by pledging to be an advocate for recycling and sustainability on campus.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

De-Clutter

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Avoid Disposables

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy - Day 5

Switch to Cold Water

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

WALK BY CANDLELIGHT

Meet at the International Center at 5pm on November 15 for a cross-campus walk featuring pop-up stations inspired by Danish culture.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

ATTEND "HAPPINESS & BUSINESS"

Learn work-life balance from a vice president of the world’s most sustainable company. 12 pm November 14 in the International Center Commons.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy - Day 5

Turn it off

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

Less Screen Time

I will replace 45 minute(s) of screen time with other activities.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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