Alex Pavelka
10/25/2024 9:59 AM
Walking is a great way to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. Car exhaust is a major contributor to CO2 emissions, and tire wear releases PFAS into the air.
Alex Pavelka
"Reduce consumption and waste"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 806 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO77whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO44meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO103milestraveled by foot
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UP TO103milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO256pounds of CO2have been saved
Alex's actions
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 3 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.
Food
Whole Food Lifestyle
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 5 mile(s) each day instead of driving and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Energy
Georgetown Energy Innovation Competition (GEIC)
October 22nd, come to present an energy saving project as a group of students for a chance to implement on campus.
Energy
Energy Forum
October 28th 5-6pm, come listen to faculty and staff focused on energy and sustainability at Georgetown University.
Community
Hoya Harvest Festival
October 18th 4-6pm, come to the Hoya Harvest Garden (Regents, Hall, 4th floor Patio) for food, drinks, music, art and crafts.
Energy
Hoya Harvest Festival
October 18th 4-6pm, come to the Hoya Harvest Garden (Regents, Hall, 4th floor Patio) for food, drinks, music, art and crafts.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Choose LED BulbsSwitching out your lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! In what other ways can you exercise your civic duty to protect the environment and reduce carbon emissions?
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Alex Pavelka 10/18/2024 11:29 AMMinor lifestyle tweaks can lead to significant change. My EcoChallenge is going well. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Alex Pavelka 10/18/2024 11:26 AMIn general, higher incomes correlate with higher meat consumption, a trend observed across most high-income countries today. Personally, I believe that meat often tastes better than other foods and is generally more expensive, which may explain why wealthier nations tend to consume more of it. However, increased meat consumption contributes to deforestation, excess methane emissions, and environmental pollution. Additionally, raising animals in crowded conditions poses biological risks, as these environments can foster the development of superbugs due to unsanitary conditions. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Work-Life BalanceHow might practicing work-life balance lead to a more sustainable life for yourself? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Alex Pavelka 10/18/2024 9:54 AMPracticing work-life balance allows you to recharge, making you more effective at your job. This balance also helps reduce burnout, leading to better decision-making that aligns with long-term environmental goals. On a broader scale, it promotes sustainable practices by encouraging others to prioritize well-being and reducing overconsumption. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Alex Pavelka 10/18/2024 9:52 AMYou can save energy by reducing unnecessary heating and cooling, using natural light during the day and washing clothes in cold water. Small changes like sealing drafts and opting for public transportation also contribute to lowering your environmental impact. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Whole Food LifestyleMichael Pollan states that “it is better to pay the grocer (our edit: or the farmer!) than the doctor.” What are your thoughts on this assertion?
Alex Pavelka 10/18/2024 9:50 AMI fully agree with this assertion. Providing your body with the fuel it needs to function at its best enables natural healing processes to occur. The body is a sophisticated biological system, designed to repair itself when supplied with the necessary nutrients. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Walk InsteadHalf of all trips made in the US are three miles or less; 72% of them are driven. Does this statistic describe your own transportation habits? If so, how might you incorporate more muscle-powered transportation in your daily life?
Alex Pavelka 10/16/2024 11:46 AMI walk most places throughout my week since I live in a city that is "walking friendly". I walk to work, the gym, stores, etc.-
Alex Matthews 10/16/2024 2:54 PMThat's Awesome!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Switch to Cold WaterWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
Alex Pavelka 10/16/2024 7:44 AMI would like to invest it to save even more money for the future. I want to set my future self up for success. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Heat and Cool NaturallyWhat are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?
Alex Pavelka 10/16/2024 6:52 AMOur building has solar panels and "solar" is one of the most clean energy sources. -
Alex Pavelka 10/16/2024 6:44 AMIt is going well! The best part is I can improve my lifestyle while helping reduce my waste and consumption.