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November 13 - November 17, 2017
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Michael Warchol

International Education

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 395 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    4.0
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    2.0
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    100
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    60
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    0.2
    pounds of paper
    have been saved

Michael's actions

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.

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Energy - Day 5

Turn it off

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

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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.

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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.

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Nature - Day 1

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset.

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Simplicity - Day 2

Eat Mindfully

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

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Transportation - Day 4

Drive Less

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

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste - Day 3

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill by using a reusable mug.

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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.

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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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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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.

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Simplicity - Day 2

Less Screen Time

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time with other activities.

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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.

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Simplicity - Day 2

De-Clutter

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

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed


  • Michael Warchol's avatar
    Michael Warchol 11/17/2017 6:49 AM
    I'm grateful for all of our partners on campus who contributed to #URGoesDanish, the great weather we had that allowed us to be outside in November, and for my wife who handled our munchkins like a boss while I worked late each night this week (I have a feeling I'll have to repay that time this weekend, but there are worse things)!

    • carl sorensen's avatar
      carl sorensen 11/17/2017 9:23 AM
      And I'm thankful to you Michael for all the effort you put in to making this a success.  Thank you to the entire International Education and Sustainability teams! And thank you to all the volunteers. UR Rocks!

  • Michael Warchol's avatar
    Michael Warchol 11/14/2017 6:02 AM
    Worked too late last night to enjoy the sunset. Here's hoping for success today! #URGoesDanish