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Nic Penza

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"My mission in the eco challenge is to do my part to get better about caring for the planet and being healthier. "

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 667 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    83
    organic meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    35
    miles
    traveled by foot
  • UP TO
    35
    miles
    not traveled by car
  • UP TO
    19
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    1,560
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    810
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    162
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    156
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    3,375
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    91
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    2.0
    conversations
    with people

Nic's actions

Simplicity

Limit Social Media Use and Reflect About My Experience

I will limit my social media use to once per day and share the impact I see and reflections I have on the feed.

COMPLETED 21
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully without Distractions

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

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Talk To My Friends and Classmates

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 2 friends and classmates each day about what I learn. I will also share what I learn on the Ecochallenge feed.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

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 39
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Walk Instead of Driving

I will walk 1 miles each day instead of driving.

COMPLETED 25
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 21
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Choose Organic Ingredients

Organic farming practices are healthier and safer for our planet, animals, and people. I will enjoy 1 meals cooked with organic ingredients per day.

COMPLETED 45
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 60 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 36
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 5 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

Feedback Survey

Take the Campus Ecochallenge Feedback Survey

Tell us what you thought! Take a short survey about your experience to help us improve future events. It only takes a few minutes — and when you complete the survey, you'll earn points!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 6 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED 31
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed


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    Nic Penza 11/13/2025 4:10 PM
    My campus eco challenge is going great and I have really been keeping up with my daily actions and eating a lot cleaner.

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    Nic Penza 9/17/2025 11:00 PM
    I made sure to not buy any plastic water bottles today after work and brought a water jug with me instead.

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    Nic Penza 9/17/2025 10:51 PM
    It is going good, I looked at all of the tasks that are provided and they all seem very beneficial to our day to day lives and some also to the earth.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health
    How did exercising each day impact your physical or mental well-being? What activity did you enjoy most, and why?

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    Nic Penza 9/17/2025 10:49 PM
    Exercising always positively effects my mental and physical well being. When I go to the gym and do my workout I feel great and when I play basketball I am definitely enjoying my time more than with weights. Working out for me personally has always made me feel better about myself, and basketball also is what I love and will always love to do in my free time.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water
    Do you know where your campus or community gets its water? If not, how could you find out?

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    Nic Penza 9/17/2025 10:42 PM
    I do not know exactly where our campus gets their sources for water. I could find out by contacting the school and the manager positions of the cafeteria and stores on campus to get a better idea.