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April 3 - April 24, 2019
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Terri Kupiec

EcoChallenge Rhinebeck

Points Total

  • 0 Today
  • 0 This Week
  • 1,088 Total

Participant Impact

  • up to
    28
    zero-waste meals
    consumed
  • up to
    10
    minutes
    spent learning

Terri's Actions

Materials

Properly Dispose of Refrigerants

#1 Refrigerant Management

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

Action Track: Social Justice

Learn about Local Indigenous Practices

#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

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.

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

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

Zero-waste Cooking

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Smaller Portions

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Keep Track of Wasted Food

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the EcoChallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

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    Terri Kupiec 4/24/2019 5:05 PM
    I joined the challenge because I wanted to learn different ways to help protect the environment.  I wish I was able to do more than I did but at least I will continue to do what I set out to accomplish during this challenge.

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    Terri Kupiec 4/24/2019 4:54 PM
    This has been a rewarding and educational experience!
  • Reflection Question
    Buildings and Cities Plan to Insulate
    What are some of the benefits of making your home more energy efficient?

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    Terri Kupiec 4/23/2019 3:32 PM
    It is important to insulate your home. It can make a huge difference in energy consumption. 

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    Terri Kupiec 4/23/2019 3:24 PM
    There is so much to learn on how we can make small contributions that help in many ways.

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    Terri Kupiec 4/23/2019 3:21 PM
    I’ve decided to donate to the Eco Challenge to educate more people on how to make a difference in protecting the beautiful planet we live on!

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    Terri Kupiec 4/22/2019 3:28 PM
    This is a great way to be accountable for your actions!

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    Terri Kupiec 4/22/2019 3:27 PM
    It's hard to do this challenge on vacation but working hard at making my goals!

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    Terri Kupiec 4/22/2019 3:17 PM
    Making a difference one day at a time!

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    Terri Kupiec 4/22/2019 3:08 PM
    Let's make a difference beyond this challenge!

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    Terri Kupiec 4/21/2019 5:42 PM
    Keeping this challenge going!