Megan Freeman
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 135 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO15minutesspent outdoors
Megan's actions
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 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
ENJOY THE SUNRISE/SUNSET
I will enjoy the sunrise and sunset.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
GO FOR A DAILY WALK
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
SPEND TIME OUTSIDE
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Day 3 - Food & Water
EAT LOCAL
I will buy local produce and meats when shopping for groceries.
Day 3 - Food & Water
REDUCE SEAFOOD INTAKE AND EAT SMART SEAFOOD
I will make responsible and sustainable seafood choices.
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 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Day 3 - Food & Water
SMART LAUNDRY
I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.
Day 3 - Food & Water
SHORT SHOWER CHALLENGE
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by keeping my showers under 5 minutes.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
DISCONNECT FROM EMAIL
I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
TURN IT OFF
I will keep lights, electronics and appliances turned off when not using them.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
SMART LAUNDRY
I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
ADJUST THE THERMOSTAT
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
SHOP WOMEN-OWNED
I will shop from women-owned businesses today.
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
BUY FROM A FARMERS MARKET
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
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
LEARN ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN RICHMOND
I will spend 20 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.
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