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April 3 - April 24, 2019
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Louise Spinelli

ALA WCNY Eco-Maniacs

"“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” —Margaret Mead"

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Louise's actions

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Recycle Everything I Can

#55 Household Recycling

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Composting

#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste

I will start a compost bin where I live.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

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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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    Louise Spinelli 4/22/2019 6:41 AM
    Trying to think about what I can do to avoid something going into trash or even the recycling bin.  For instance, using reusable containers instead of zip lock bags or plastic wrap.

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    Louise Spinelli 4/18/2019 7:07 AM
    Now that the nice weather is here, I'm going to get my bike ready and then starting biking to work.

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    Louise Spinelli 4/17/2019 5:45 AM
    I know I can do better but it is disheartening when others don't even try.  When I think that my efforts aren't worth it or adding up to much, I remind myself that if others are doing the same, it will have an impact.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Materials Recycle Everything I Can
    How could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle? How does considering implementing these "R's" make you feel?

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    Louise Spinelli 4/17/2019 5:43 AM
    I'm very focused on recycling but by reducing and reusing/repurposing it is more impactful in the long run.   It does make me feel like I am helping improve the future, even more than recycling.  Need to keep it top of mind.  Even small things add up when all of us are doing it.