Benjamin Eggers
"Taking action..."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 409 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO840minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO428gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1,200minutesspent outdoors
Benjamin's actions
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my family, for 60 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Sustainability
Diversify my Friends
I will increase the cultural diversity of my friend group.
Sustainability
LEARN MORE ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE and ENVIRONMENTAL RACISM
I will learn more about climate change by watching a video, reading an article, or joining Climate Conversations NCW on Facebook and I will talk with my friends about what I learned. Action Resource > >
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Water
REDUCE WATER USE FOR DISHES
I will only run the dishwasher when it is completely full to use less water and electricity.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Water
REDUCE WATER FOR CLOTHES
I will wear clothes until they are dirty and only run the washing machine for full loads.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Transportation
TAKE A REGIONAL BIKE RIDE
Check out the Transportation Resources page for some great ideas for local bike rides and take a ride! Action Resource > >
Sustainability
Host a House Party
I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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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Benjamin Eggers 5/16/2017 2:29 PMI didn't let the rain prevent me from getting outside. -
Benjamin Eggers 5/13/2017 4:25 PMDo Jacobson trail! It's great! -
Benjamin Eggers 5/10/2017 4:32 PMI just ate an apple and it was really good. And I bought a huge bag of spinach from Costco. -
Benjamin Eggers 5/10/2017 12:18 PM"Do or do not there is no try." -Yoda