Mei Pricolo
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 347 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO12gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO59minutesspent learning
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UP TO254minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO8.0neighborsmet
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UP TO14plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO4.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
Mei's actions
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
SUPPORT LOCAL POLLINATORS
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 14 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Day 3 - Food & Water
EAT LOCAL
I will buy local produce and meats when shopping for groceries.
Day 3 - Food & Water
TOUR THE ECO-CORRIDOR
I will attend a tour of the Eco-Corridor from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. to learn about Abby's Garden and the restored stream bed.
Day 3 - Food & Water
ATTEND INTERNATIONAL DINNER
I will attend the International Dinner at Heilman Dining Hall.
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
SUPPORT NATIVE COMMUNITIES
I will use the resource links and spend 8 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 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 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 ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE IN RICHMOND
I will spend 10 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
HELP OTHERS
I will offer to help person(s) who are in need each day.
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
ZERO-WASTE COOKING
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
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 5 - Rethink Waste
REUSABLE BOTTLES AND MUGS
I will avoid sending 10 disposable beverage containers to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or water bottle.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
GO FOR A DAILY WALK
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Day 4 - Conservation & Biodiversity
ENJOY THE SUNRISE/SUNSET
I will enjoy the sunrise and sunset.
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
SPEND TIME OUTSIDE
I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Day 3 - Food & Water
THE TRUTH ABOUT EXPIRATION DATES
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
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
REDUCE SEAFOOD INTAKE AND EAT SMART SEAFOOD
I will make responsible and sustainable seafood choices.
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 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
GO MEATLESS
I will enjoy 4 meatless meal(s) per day.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
TURN IT OFF
I will keep lights, electronics and appliances turned off when not using them.
Day 2 - Climate Crisis
DISCONNECT FROM EMAIL
I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.
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
MEET MY NEIGHBORS
I will meet 2 new office, dorm, or apartment neighbors each day.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
LEARN ABOUT EQUITY & INCLUSION
I will spend 10 minutes learning about equity and inclusion resources on campus and in Richmond.
Day 1 - Community & Justice
SHOP WOMEN-OWNED
I will shop from women-owned businesses today.
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.
Participant Feed
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Mei Pricolo 11/16/2023 9:38 AMGreat day today! Hope you all have fun -
Mei Pricolo 11/16/2023 9:32 AMForgot to check in last night! -
Mei Pricolo 11/06/2023 6:31 AMme when i have an ecochallenege and invite my friends-
Emma Light 11/07/2023 5:33 AMme when i have friends
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