Sara Menvielle
"“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard” -Tim Tebow"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 2,151 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO120gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0water leakreported
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UP TO156pieces of paperavoided
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UP TO139pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO10milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO1.0new green teamformed
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UP TO25itemsdonated
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UP TO3.0local or diverse businessessupported
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO5.0healthcare connectionsmade
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UP TO1.0pint of blooddonated
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UP TO1,540minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO3.0well-being appointmentsmade
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UP TO405minutes spentlearning
Sara's actions
At Home
Recycle televsion
I will recycle the old TV we don’t use and take it up to a recycling center
Health & Well-being
Exercise 4 times this week
I will exercise at least 30 minutes 4 times this week.
One Healthcare
Strength in Numbers
I will form a new green team or healthcare sustainability group.
At Work
Work From Home
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Health & Well-being
Decrease screen time by 60 minutes
I will decrease my screen time before bed even farther by not using any phones/tablets 60 minutes before bed
At Work
Carpool to work
Carpool with a coworker to save on using gas.
Health & Well-being
Hydrate before Caffeine
I will drink coconut water or water with lemon juice and pink salt in it when I wake up in the morning before going straight to the coffee.
At Home
Install a rain barrel
It will help reduce water usage, especially with summer landscaping coming up!
At Home
Have spring HVAC preventative maintenance completed
It’s important to schedule preventative maintenance on HVAC unit, usually in spring and fall. Preventative maintenance improves system efficiency, lowers utility bills/usage, improves life span of unit, improves indoor air quality, to name a few benefits. Swapping out filters in the furnace also is important because it can help with allergens and pollution filtration.
One Healthcare
Network for Change
I will make 2 new healthcare connections through direct outreach or by joining a green team or industry group to learn from my peers, share best practices, and see if there are opportunities for collaboration.
At Work
Stay Connected
I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 3 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.
In Our Communities
Advocate for Green Spaces
I will call or write 1 public officials to advocate for more green spaces around my town, particularly in neighborhoods that currently lack equitable access to green spaces.
In Our Communities
Plant Trees
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard. Check out resources for which tree species are best to plant in your area.
Health & Well-being
Go outside
Go outside for at least 60 minutes
At Home
Switch out house hold cleaners
I will switch out my toxic house hold cleaners with non-toxic, eco friendly cleaners.
One Healthcare
Donate Blood
I will donate blood in my community to make sure there are adequate supplies for routine medical services and emergencies.
At Home
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
At Work
Report a Leak
I will prevent water from being wasted by reporting one or more leaky faucets, toilets, or other water leaks to my organization's facilities team for repair.
Health & Well-being
Decrease Bedtime Screen Time
This week I will decreased screen time 30 minutes before going to bed. This will go along with my daily goal of improving my sleep.
At Home
Learn the Truth about Expiration Dates
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
One Healthcare
Medical Device Reprocessing
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the items my organization collects for medical device reprocessing and share this information with colleagues.
One Healthcare
Sustainable Healthcare
I will attend or watch a recording of a webinar 60 minutes long covering one or more healthcare sustainability issues.
One Healthcare
Climate Change Impacts on Health
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.
One Healthcare
Environmental Footprint of Healthcare
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.
At Work
Prevent Recycling Contamination
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 45 minutes learning about which items are recyclable both at my workplace and at home since they may be different, and recycle only those items.
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.
In Our Communities
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 3 locally-sourced meals.
In Our Communities
Volunteer in My Community
I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
At Home
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
At Home
Repair an Item
I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.
At Home
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
In Our Communities
Support Pollution Reduction
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Health & Well-being
Learn About Constructive Communication
I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.
Health & Well-being
Go Get a Check Up
I will make 1 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)
In Our Communities
Support Diverse and Locally-Owned Businesses
I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 3 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.
Health & Well-being
Reduce Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health & Well-being
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health & Well-being
Gratitude
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.
At Home
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
At Home
Brush My Teeth Without Water Running
I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
At Home
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.
At Work
Go Paperless
I will avoid printing 10 pieces of paper by "going digital" and printing double-sided whenever possible.
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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Sara Menvielle 4/30/2024 9:10 AMFinishing out strong with the last day of the eco challenge. It’s been such a positive experience. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIn Our Communities Advocate for Green SpacesWhat services, benefits, or value does nature provide for you? Why is it important for people to have access to green space?
Sara Menvielle 4/30/2024 9:09 AMNature decreases stress and anxiety. There’s just something about being outside, listening to the birds, sun shining down that will boost your mood. That is why people need to have access to green spaces!-
Karen Stevenson 5/01/2024 7:14 AMAgreed - good to get outside with no distractions from technology!
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Sara Menvielle 4/29/2024 2:15 PMWhat has everyone’s favorite part of the challenge been? My husband and I hardly noticed the thermostat change and so glad we did it. Also, I have enjoyed trying to shop at more local shops. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIn Our Communities Buy From a Farmers MarketDid procuring local ingredients impact the way you think about food or the meals you decided to prepare? If so, how?
Sara Menvielle 4/29/2024 2:13 PMIt did. It made me think about the energy that goes in to transporting food that we use for meals when it’s far away compared to buying local food. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Home Choose Clean/Renewable EnergyWas it easy or difficult to sign up for renewable energy in your area? Did you learn anything that surprised you while making this transition?
Sara Menvielle 4/29/2024 2:11 PMIt was quite easy to sign up for renewable energy in my area. I think the only thing that surprised me was how easy it was to do! -
Sara Menvielle 4/28/2024 2:40 PMHappy Sunday! Enjoying the last few days of the challenge! -
Sara Menvielle 4/27/2024 11:32 AMHappy Saturday, everyone! Able to collect a lot of water in the rain barrel after that storm this morning -
Sara Menvielle 4/26/2024 3:39 PMHappy Arbor Day, everyone! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIn Our Communities Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
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Sara Menvielle 4/25/2024 6:16 PMFirst time doing this challenge and I’ve learned so much. Can’t believe it’s almost over but looking forward to continuing with many habits I’ve developed.