Jaxson Armstrong is participating in the Campus Ecochallenge!

Jaxson's points

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
181 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

6.0

organic meals

consumed
UP TO

1.2

pounds

food waste prevented
UP TO

2.5

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

60

gallons of water

have been saved

Jaxson's actions

Food

Plan Meals for the Week

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Choose Organic Ingredients

Organic farming practices are healthier and safer for our planet, animals, and people. I will enjoy 2 meals cooked with organic ingredients per day.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Calculate my Digital Carbon Footprint

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

An average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four in the US spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Does this surprise you? Where else would you rather invest this money instead of wasting food?
Jaxson Armstrong 4/21/2026 4:42 PM

It is pretty surprising when you really think about it. Throwing away around 240 pounds of food per person each year—and $1,500 for a family—is a lot, especially when food is something everyone needs every day. It makes you realize how easy it is to waste food without noticing, like letting things expire or buying more than you actually use.
Personally, I’d rather see that money go toward things that actually matter or last longer. For example, it could be used for better quality groceries, saving for future goals like school or a car, or even helping others through donations or food programs. It could also go toward experiences, like trips or activities, instead of literally ending up in the trash.

Overall, it kind of changes how you think about food waste—it’s not just about the food itself, but also the money and effort behind it.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

What is your perception of organic food? After cooking with and eating organic food, has your perception changed?
Jaxson Armstrong 4/21/2026 4:40 PM

Before, I kind of saw organic food as just a healthier but more expensive option. People always say it’s better for you and the environment, but I wasn’t sure if it really made a big difference or if it was just hype.
After cooking with and eating organic food, my opinion changed a bit. Some of the food, especially fruits and vegetables, tasted fresher and had more flavor, which surprised me. It also felt better knowing it was produced in a more natural way. At the same time, I didn’t notice a huge difference with every single item, and the higher price still stands out.

Overall, I now see organic food as a good option, especially for certain products, but not something that is always necessary. It really depends on the situation and what matters most to the person buying it.

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Jaxson Armstrong 4/07/2026 8:55 PM

I've really reduced food waste by meal prepping, every meal is carefully prepared and eaten to make sure there is no food waste.

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