

Timothy Bozek
POINTS TOTAL
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- 430 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO26milestraveled by carpool
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UP TO54gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO14pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO26milesnot traveled by car
Timothy's actions
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Transport
Try Carpooling
#75 Ridesharing
I will commute by carpool 26 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 13.72 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Materials
Fix Leaky Faucets
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Buildings and Cities
Plan to Insulate
#31 Insulation
I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.
Buildings and Cities
Choose LED Bulbs
#33 LED Lighting (Household)
I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Buildings and Cities
Upgrade My Windows
#31 Insulation
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Food
Explore Other Food Solutions
All Food Solutions
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Action Track: Social Justice
Express My Support
#54 Walkable Cities
I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.
Materials
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.
Materials
Launch a Recycling Program
#56 Industrial Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
Transport
Advocate For Greener Vehicles
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on electric and fuel-efficient vehicles
Transport
Conduct Virtual Meetings
#63 Telepresence
I will encourage my office to hold meetings virtually whenever possible instead of requiring travel.
Materials
Research Cement Alternatives
#36 Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsWhat are other easy and low-cost ways to reduce your water usage at home?
Timothy Bozek 4/22/2019 10:36 AMMy basement faucet i rarely use leaks when in use it makes a mess and wastes water everytime. Quick tune of a screw to fix it right up!!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportHow can you ensure that your virtual meetings honor your values and your company's culture?
Timothy Bozek 4/22/2019 10:25 AMi have rejected traveling (driving) on numerous occasions to meetings and have simply video conference in. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesHow does improving your home's energy efficiency help you better live out your values?
Timothy Bozek 4/22/2019 9:52 AMThis weekend i pealed off a bunch of the old weather striping off of my front door and replaced it with newer stuff. I took me a few attempts to get it right. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Social JusticeHow could better walking infrastructure make your city both more enjoyable and more equitable?
Timothy Bozek 4/18/2019 5:07 AMPosted on my representatives Facebook page about the positives of bike trails and how they link communities locally without the need for cars! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?
Timothy Bozek 4/18/2019 5:03 AMHad a few incandescent bulbs left and finally one failed so i change them all to LED!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodProducing food that goes uneaten squanders many resources—seeds, water, energy, land, fertilizer, hours of labor, financial capital. Which of these kinds of waste most motivates you to change your behavior regarding food waste? Why?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportList some of the places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
Timothy Bozek 4/18/2019 5:00 AMI've commuted a few days to work with a friend and plan to continue carpooling as my schedule allows.