Ashley Wormington
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 675 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO131pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1,080minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO1.0poundwaste avoided
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UP TO186gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6.0donationsmade
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO2,070minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO190minutesspent learning
Ashley's 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.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.
Energy
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.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Share My Why
Share My Why
I will share my Ecochallenge story and why I'm taking action for the planet.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Simplicity
Research Impact Investing
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.
Simplicity
Research My Investment Portfolio
I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).
Food
Donate Food
I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.
Food
Learn More about Food Apartheid
I will spend 60 about food apartheid and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minutes each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Waste
Repair a Broken Item
I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.
Water
Calculate My Water Footprint
I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.
Energy
Learn About Energy Issues on the Ballot
I will spend 60 minutes learning about local or national energy issues that will be on the voting ballot this fall.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 30 minutes per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Practice Gratitude for EarthKathleen Dean Moore says that a sense of gratitude leads to a sense of moral obligation. Do you agree? How can we cultivate a sense of gratitude as individuals, and as a society?
Ashley Wormington 10/29/2024 10:34 AMI think this definitely rings true. So many people treat the earth poorly. They don't take care of themselves, therefore they do not take care of their surroundings. I think we need to create more opportunities to teach the younger generation how to take care of the planet, and what happens when we don't. We need people to be grateful for the life they are given, so they care about themselves, others, and the planet. Mental health, poverty, and so many other issues need to be address in order for people to even begin to feel grateful so they feel the obligation to take care of themselves and their surroundings. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Ashley Wormington 10/29/2024 10:31 AMI love being outdoors. After being stuck in the office all day, I appreciate when I am able to walk outside and marvel at God's creations. I think being in touch with nature, is being in touch with ourselves and God. We all spend too much time being cooped up and working, and we need to spend more time enjoying the beauty outside. -
Ashley Wormington 10/29/2024 10:28 AMMy why is because I want to do my part to make sure my nieces and the younger generation can live in a clean world, where we all take responsibility the best we can, and help improve the lives of each other. -
Ashley Wormington 10/29/2024 10:16 AMI have enjoyed completing my daily actions and being able to make a contribution to the team. I look forward to continuing my daily actions all year, regardless of the challenge, and am always looking for ways to improve my life and the lives of others. -
Ashley Wormington 10/11/2024 4:49 PMSince the weather is a bit cooler now in Sacramento, I hope to be able to go on a long walk along the river! It will be a beautiful weekend to be outdoors. I also plan to pick up trash along my apartment complex and around my area. Hoping you all can spend some much needed time with nature this weekend also!