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October 1 - October 31, 2025
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Emily Thomas

ACHS Eco Ambassadors

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 182 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    1.0
    carbon footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    2.0
    lightbulbs
    replaced
  • UP TO
    1.0
    water collection system
    installed
  • UP TO
    84
    gallons of water
    have been saved

Emily'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

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 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME 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 14
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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

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.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

    Emily Thomas's avatar
    Emily Thomas 10/14/2025 7:41 PM
    Part of my depression leads me to having anxiety during shower time and at other times. But for my showers, I enjoy 5-minute showers because they make me feel better getting in quick and getting out quick. It's a weird mental health thing with me, but I don't know. It's helpful in this situation, I guess.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy
    Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

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    Emily Thomas 10/14/2025 7:38 PM
    Regarding the usage and reduction of energy in my home, I have a house full of candles, because crystals and candles are my jam. I love lighting the day areas with the sun and the night areas with candlelight.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy
    What are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?

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    Emily Thomas 10/14/2025 7:33 PM
    I can use the sun to grow fresh vegetables and herbs in a patio garden. The sun will help the garden grow, offering natural, raw foods for consumption.

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    Emily Thomas 10/07/2025 11:37 AM
    Hi I'm Emily and I'm an ACHS student. I'm excited to participate.