Nancy Propst
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 227 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,490minutesspent learning
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UP TO105minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO4.0neighborsmet
Nancy's actions
Day 1 - Community & Justice
BUY FROM A FARMERS MARKET
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Day 5 - Rethink Waste
LEARN ABOUT & PRACTICE SUSTAINABLE FASHION
I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Day 5 - Rethink Waste
GO PAPERLESS
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
Day 5 - Rethink Waste
VISIT THE SPIDER EXCHANGE
I will visit the on-campus "free store", known as the Spider Exchange, to donate unneeded items or "shop" for free from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Spider Exchange is located at 24D New Frat Row.
Day 5 - Rethink Waste
REDUCE SINGLE-USE DISPOSABLES
Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate and divert waste from the landfill.
Day 5 - Rethink Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
LOCAL INDIGENOUS PRACTICES
I will take 20 minutes to learn how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
GO FOR A DAILY WALK
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
PRACTICE GRATITUDE FOR EARTH
I will spend 15 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
EXPLORE MY AREA
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
SPEND TIME OUTSIDE
I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
SUPPORT LOCAL POLLINATORS
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
ATTEND CLOSING KEYNOTE
I will attend the closing keynote lecture given by David Orr.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
DISCONNECT FROM EMAIL
I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
SUPPORT RESILIENT POWERGRIDS
A community can be brought to its knees without dependable power, often affecting the most vulnerable. I will write 3 letter(s) or email(s) to a public official or company to advocate for a more resilient power grid (e.g. microgrids, solar+storage).
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
ATTEND PLENARY ADDRESS
I will attend the keynote address from Francisco Piyãko and Chief Walt "Red Hawk" Brown.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
ATTEND VIRTUAL GALLERY TALK
I will attend the Virtual Gallery Talk and Breakfast on "Fragile Interconnectedness: Greenland & the Amazon" and listen to photographers give insights into their work.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
GO ON MINDFUL SELF-GUIDED TOUR
I will visit the Eco-Corridor for a self-guided tour between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to slow down, destress, and engage in mindfulness stations.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
CONNECT WITH A NONPROFIT
I will connect with a local nonprofit and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
SHOP WOMEN-OWNED
I will shop from women-owned businesses today.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
LEARN ABOUT EQUITY & INCLUSION
I will spend 15 minutes learning about equity and inclusion resources on campus and in Richmond.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
MEET MY NEIGHBORS
I will meet 1 new office, dorm, or apartment neighbors each day.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
SUPPORT NATIVE COMMUNITIES
I will use the resource links and spend 30 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
LEARN ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN RICHMOND
I will spend 15 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
TALK TO MY FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES ABOUT ECOCHALLENGE
I will tell friends and/or colleagues about the Ecochallenge and share information about how to get involved.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
HELP OTHERS
I will offer to help person(s) who are in need each day.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
ATTEND KEYNOTE ADDRESSES
I will attend the opening keynote addresses for International Education Week from Daniel Wildcat and Jacinta Ruru in the International Center.
Day 3 - Food & Water
THE TRUTH ABOUT EXPIRATION DATES
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Day 3 - Food & Water
LOWER YOUR WATER "FOODPRINT"
I will learn about water use in food production and eat less water intensive foods.
Day 3 - Food & Water
COMPOST FOOD SCRAPS
I will participate in the composting program on campus or compost my food scraps at home.
Day 3 - Food & Water
EAT LOCAL
I will buy local produce and meats when shopping for groceries.
Day 3 - Food & Water
PLAN YOUR MEALS
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, and only buying the ingredients I need.
Day 3 - Food & Water
GO MEATLESS
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.
Day 3 - Food & Water
ATTEND THE LOCAL - GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY FAIR
I will attend the Local-Global Sustainability Fair at Tyler Haynes Commons.
Day 3 - Food & Water
ATTEND KEYNOTE ADDRESSES
I will attend keynote addresses by Steve DeRoy & the Transboundary Commission of the Juruá/Yurúa River.
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Nancy Propst 11/13/2023 8:01 PMHope everyone had a great first day learning about ways to be more sustainable in our everyday life.-
Susan Wolski 11/14/2023 7:43 AMThanks for participating Nancy!
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Nancy Propst 11/10/2023 8:35 AMExcited for another ecochallenge with the A-Team!