Roland Marrach
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 521 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO131pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO115minutesspent exercising
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UP TO592minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO15minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO228minutesspent learning
Roland's actions
Health
Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep
Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 7 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
Energy
Switch To Cold Water for Laundry
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
Energy
Calculate My Carbon Impact
Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.
Energy
Learn About Renewable Energy
I will spend 30 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.
Water
Understand My Water Footprint
Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.
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.
Health
Engage in Joyful Movement
I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Energy
Calculate my Digital Carbon Footprint
I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentaries about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Nature
Go For A Daily Walk in Nature
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day around my campus, neighborhood, or local green space to connect with nature.
Food
Listen to a Food Podcast
I will spend 15 minutes listening to a podcast about food.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhere in your life do you emit the most carbon? What change are you willing to make in your daily life to reduce this output?
Roland Marrach 2/28/2026 6:21 PMI produce the most carbon from my diet, which is high in meat, including beef. I am willing to eat less meat, and especially less beef, to reduce this output -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?
Roland Marrach 2/28/2026 6:15 PMThe fact that energy is so important to our modern lives means that there is a lot of work to be done to make it sustainable while keeping a similar quality of life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHow do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
Roland Marrach 2/22/2026 9:56 PMI plan to save the money from making more efficient energy choices. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Roland Marrach 2/22/2026 9:54 PMMy favorite activities where I experience joy while being active are racket sports like tennis, table tennis, and more recently, pickleball. I'd also like to try badminton at some point! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat did you learn about your digital habits that surprised you the most?
Roland Marrach 2/19/2026 5:26 PMMy online footprint is 135 kg, and I could power the Eiffel tower for 2 days with the energy I use on the internet. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterWhat surprised you most about your water footprint, and how did it influence your perspective on water use? What changes can you make to reduce your water consumption, and how will these impact your daily routine?
Roland Marrach 2/17/2026 11:36 AMI was surprised at how much higher my virtual water use was than my direct water use. My biggest water footprints were diet, electricity, and shopping habits, so I will try to reduce those as much as possible. My biggest direct water footprints were showers, sinks, and toilets, so I will try to use those less as well. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhat podcast did you choose and what did you learn on the podcast you listened to?
Roland Marrach 2/17/2026 11:33 AMI chose Earth Eats, which is a podcast about sustainability and food. The guests include various activists, academics, farmers, artists, and more. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthConsider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What changes did you make to improve your sleep, and how did they affect your day?
Roland Marrach 2/12/2026 10:01 PMI can often get at least 7 hours of sleep, but I would like to establish a much more consistent bedtime routine.