
Shani Buchholz
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 590 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0outdoor mealconsumed
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UP TO2.0milestraveled by foot
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UP TO1.4pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO80minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO100minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO5.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO30minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO0.2pounds of paperhave been saved
Shani's actions
Waste - Day 3
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
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.
Nature - Day 1
JOIN THE SOCK WALK
I will kick off Danish week by participating in the sock walk on November 13.
Simplicity - Day 2
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Transportation - Day 4
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Nature - Day 1
Eat Meals Outside
I will eat 1 meal(s) outside.
Nature - Day 1
Study Outside
I will replace 10 minute(s) typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Energy - Day 5
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my room or home and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Waste - Day 3
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill by using a reusable mug.
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.
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.
Simplicity - Day 2
De-Clutter
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Simplicity - Day 2
PRACTICE GRATITUDE
I will write down three things that I am grateful for OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being.
Simplicity - Day 2
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time with other activities.
Waste - Day 3
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
Simplicity - Day 2
Physical or Mental Mindful Practices
I will spend 20 minute(s) thinking quietly, practicing meditation, yoga, working out, or doing another mindful activity.
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.
Transportation - Day 4
Walk to Class
I will walk 2 mile(s) and avoid sending up to 1.38 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Nature - Day 1
ENJOY WESTHAMPTON LAKE
I will take a 10-minute walk around Westhampton Lake.
Transportation - Day 4
Ride a Yellow Bike
I will use one of the bike share "yellow" bikes to get to one of my destinations.
Participant Feed
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Shani Buchholz 11/17/2017 5:05 AMAccording to my home energy audit, I could save an additional 28% over what I'm currently spending on energy. That could buy a lot of crochet yarn! -
Shani Buchholz 11/17/2017 4:55 AMI am happy to have participated in this week's challenges! I learned a lot, not the least of which is how incredibly easy it is to contribute to sustainability, and how small changes can go a long way to helping. -
Shani Buchholz 11/16/2017 6:26 AMLast night's Candle-lit Walk was fantastic! I was in the knitting group, and we saw lots of people, shared lots of stories, and gave away a hand-crocheted spider or two! -
Shani Buchholz 11/15/2017 11:23 AMWhat an exciting week so far! I can hardly wait for tonight's candle-lit walk! -
Shani Buchholz 11/13/2017 4:55 AMWhat a great day to kick off UR's Sus-Dane-Ability Challenge! I enjoyed a beautiful sunrise this morning, and have my wild and crazy socks ready for the Sock Walk! Will you join us?