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October 1 - October 31, 2025
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Josh Lear

SUS 304 Fall 25

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 256 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    1.0
    carbon footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    48
    miles
    traveled by foot
  • UP TO
    48
    miles
    not traveled by car
  • UP TO
    47
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    1.0
    water footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    2,225
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    377
    minutes
    spent outdoors

Josh's actions

Energy

Calculate My Digital Carbon Footprint

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise or Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Walk Instead of Driving

I will walk 3 miles each day instead of driving and avoid sending CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

COMPLETED 20
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Turn Off Lights and Electronics

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

COMPLETED 29
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Understand My Water Footprint

Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 60 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Nature

Explore a New Trail or Nature Walk

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Nature
    How can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place -- your deep knowledge of and appreciation for your surroundings?

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    Josh Lear 10/14/2025 9:34 PM
    Spending time outdoors allows you too slow down and be able to look around. Taking this time to slow down in a place that you like or doing something that you like allows for you to reflect and become appreciative of where you are.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Water
    What surprised you most about your water footprint, and how did it influence your perspective on water use? What changes can you make to reduce your water consumption, and how will these impact your daily routine?

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    Josh Lear 10/14/2025 12:55 PM
    I was surprised that my water footprint was lower than the US average. I was especially surprised of this when I learned that the average water use was 1,802 gallons per day. Changes I could make include taking shorter showers, turning of the water when not actively using the faucet, and drive less. I don't that these changes will change my daily routine very much or at all.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy
    What did you learn about your digital habits that surprised you the most?

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    Josh Lear 10/07/2025 10:12 AM
    I learned that my power usage could power the lights in the Eiffel tower for two days, which was surprising.