Matthew Benedict
"It is my mission to get 15 points by filling this out."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 956 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO4.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO2.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO484gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO110meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO188minutesspent learning
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UP TO57plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO9.7poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO28poundswaste composted
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UP TO20pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0public officials or leaderscontacted
Matthew's actions
Action Track: Earth Day Together!
Earth Day Action: Research and Support Local Organizations
I will spend 1 minutes researching local organizations and businesses in my community, then support one of them by writing a testimonial or positive review, ordering curbside, making a donation to my favorite nonprofit, or supporting them in another way.
Action Track: Earth Day Together!
Earth Day Action: Write a Love Letter, Poem, or Song to Earth
I will express my love and gratitude for our Earth by writing a love letter, poem, or song to Earth.
Climate
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.
Oceans
Support Organic Growing Methods
I will buy organic cotton and foods grown without the use of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.
Oceans
Learn about Our Oceans
I will spend at least 1 minutes learning about how our oceans support life on Earth by producing oxygen, regulating climate, and providing habitat, food, and jobs.
Oceans
Advocate For More Packaging Options
Plastic packaging can clog our water ways and the stomachs of sea creatures. I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Oceans
Join a Cleanup Effort
I will host or participate in a trash pickup at a local river or beach that follows the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.
Oceans
Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When marine wildlife ingest plastic, they have a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Food
Advocate For More Food Options
Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options in my state and/or community.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 1 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.
Food
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
I will spend at least 01 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
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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Matthew Benedict 4/30/2020 9:25 AMCan't believe it's the last day! Thanks, everyone for your support! -
Matthew Benedict 4/29/2020 1:40 PMAlthough it has been a strange time recently, I feel like focusing on this event has helped keep my mind busy through it all. Plus, all the impacts are positive! -
Matthew Benedict 4/29/2020 1:36 PMHard to believe it's almost over. I'll probably continue the practices though. -
Matthew Benedict 4/29/2020 4:29 AMMy diet has improved drastically this month. -
Matthew Benedict 4/28/2020 5:48 AMI haven't gotten gas in 4 weeks. Eating healthy is paying off! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Write a Love Letter, Poem, or Song to EarthWhat are you grateful for about our planet? Share what you created or your general thoughts of love and gratitude with everyone else!
Matthew Benedict 4/27/2020 6:37 AMI like the animals more than anything. They help me forget about the humans. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Research and Support Local OrganizationsWhy is it important to support local organizations and businesses? How does it help to build a more resilient community?
Matthew Benedict 4/27/2020 6:36 AMEven Wal-Mart started out small. If small businesses aren't supported, Amazon wins. -
Matthew Benedict 4/27/2020 6:31 AMWalking to work and carpooling save money on gas and help the environment. -
Matthew Benedict 4/27/2020 6:13 AMI don't know what it is about squash, but I swear it can feed a person for two weeks all on its own! -
Matthew Benedict 4/26/2020 5:21 AMFeeling motivated and energized! I think I've lost weight too!