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November 13 - November 17, 2017
Rachael Connors's avatar

Rachael Connors

Athletics Staff

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 465 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    8.0
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    2.0
    lightbulbs
    replaced
  • UP TO
    0.0
    miles
    traveled by foot
  • UP TO
    300
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    120
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    8.0
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    0.0
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    0.2
    pounds of paper
    have been saved

Rachael's actions

Energy - Day 5

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transportation - Day 4

Walk to Class

I will walk 0 mile(s) and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

COMPLETED
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

Avoid Disposables

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

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

UNCOMPLETED
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

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

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature - Day 1

ENJOY WESTHAMPTON LAKE

I will take a 20-minute walk around Westhampton Lake.

UNCOMPLETED
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

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

Physical or Mental Mindful Practices

I will spend 60 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

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 8 disposable cup(s) to the landfill by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy - Day 5

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity - Day 2

Less Screen Time

I will replace 120 minute(s) of screen time with other activities.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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    Rachael Connors 11/17/2017 7:44 AM
    I already use mostly LED bulbs in my home, so not many need to be changed!

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    Rachael Connors 11/17/2017 7:21 AM
    Our Athletics department actually invested in reusable mugs for all employees. Upon hire, employees receive their "Spider Mug" and it's been a great way to keep the styrofoam cups out of the kitchen!

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    Rachael Connors 11/17/2017 7:19 AM
    I live in an area that's very walkable, and sometimes find myself taking unnecessary trips when I could get outside and take a walk instead. This week, I paid more attention to the distances and last night ended up walking to a restaurant that was only a few blocks away, when I normally would've driven.