Ecochallenge.org

Campus Ecochallenge

Chloe Chevaux 901

YCP Fall 2025

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
586 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

3.1

pounds

food waste prevented
UP TO

6.4

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

1.0

energy audit

conducted
UP TO

263

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

181

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

150

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

424

minutes

of additional sleep
UP TO

23

more servings

of fruits and vegetables
UP TO

3.0

hours

volunteered
UP TO

10

conversations

with people
UP TO

1.0

community event

hosted or attended
UP TO

90

minutes

spent learning

Chloe's actions

Water

Brush My Teeth Without Running Water

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully without Distractions

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

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Go for a Daily Walk

I will take a walk each day to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and support my physical and mental health as a student.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Buy Used Clothes Instead of New

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will choose thrift stores, clothing swaps, or second-hand options when I shop for clothes.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Complete an Online Energy Audit

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Track My Purchases and Spending Habits

I will spend 10 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Declutter My Living Space

I will declutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my dorm room, apartment, or home to create a more peaceful and organized living space.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Meditate or Create a Moment of Silence

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 20 minutes each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Volunteer in my Community

I will volunteer 2 hours in my community or campus through clubs, service-learning, campus organizations, or other local events or opportunities.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Launch a Recycling Program

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace, dorm, or elsewhere on campus.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Organize An Ecochallenge Course

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as Powering a Bright Future, with classmates, friends, co-workers, or family.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to people or perform random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 8 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

COMPLETED 8
DAILY 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 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Plant an Herb Garden

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy

How can you use Ecochallenge.org programs to help mobilize your community to take action toward a sustainable future?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/06/2025 5:26 AM
You can use Ecochallenge.org programs to inspire and organize your community by joining team challenges, setting shared goals, tracking progress, and learning practical ways to live more sustainably together.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy

What most interested or surprised you about your own energy footprint? What changes did you make or will you make?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/03/2025 8:33 AM
I was surprised by how much energy I use from small daily habits, like leaving lights or chargers plugged in. I plan to start unplugging devices when not in use and switch to energy-efficient bulbs to lower my energy footprint.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community

What is one thing you can do to help your community become more sustainable?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/03/2025 8:32 AM
One thing I can do is volunteer at a local community garden to help grow fresh food and promote sustainable living.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste

What did you learn from trying to improve recycling in your space? What changes or support would make it easier to succeed?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/03/2025 8:31 AM
I learned that recycling works best when everyone knows what can be recycled and bins are easy to find. Clear labels and reminders would make it easier and help more people take part.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

Do people with economic privilege have a responsibility to consume and own less? How can the concept of “reduce” be presented to those who may be struggling to have enough food, clothes, shelter?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/01/2025 8:31 PM
Yes, people with privilege should consume less. For those struggling, “reduce” should mean providing support and access to essentials, not cutting back more.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

What would you like to invest more time in reflecting on?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/01/2025 8:30 PM
I’d like to invest more time reflecting on my goals and how my daily habits are helping me reach them.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

How can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/01/2025 8:30 PM
I will make sure I put things away as soon as I am done with them.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

What have you noticed about your purchases? Where are you inclined to make shifts, if any?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/01/2025 8:29 PM
I should stop making purchases on going out to get food.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Consider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? A patio container? Hanging basket? Windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?
Chloe Chevaux 901 11/01/2025 8:26 PM
A windowsill garden would work best for me because it’s easy to maintain, fits small spaces, and lets me grow herbs or small plants indoors.

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Chloe Chevaux 901 10/21/2025 7:45 PM
It is going well. I enjoy seeing the changes I am making.

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