Lily Heidrick

SUS 304 Fall 25

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
101 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

1.0

plastic containers

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

6.0

gallons of water

have been saved

Lily's actions

Energy

Turn Off Lights and Electronics

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Water

Take 5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Nature

Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 15 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Collect Rain Water for Outdoor Use

I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use Reusable Bags when Shopping

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

What did you notice about your habits or routines when limiting your showers to five minutes? What changes — if any — do you think you’ll continue long-term?
Lily Heidrick 10/13/2025 4:28 PM
This change has been difficult for me because I enjoy longer showers as a self-care reset. Usually, my showers are closer to 10 minutes, so it is not too big a change. I will continue to limit my time in the shower and how often I shower, but 5-minute showers are not a sustainable habit for me long term.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy

How is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Lily Heidrick 10/13/2025 4:28 PM
At my apartment, we use Pacific Power, and they generate electricity mostly from thermal sources such as natural gas or coal. They also generate electricity from hydroelectric power and partially from renewable sources such as solar and wind. The fact that the majority of the electricity is generated from thermal sources indicates that it is not good for the environment and causes air pollution.

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