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April 1 - April 30, 2020
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Steve Kismohr

Illinois Green Alliance

"Reduce Carbon is the Name of the Game!"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 345 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    53
    miles
    traveled by foot
  • UP TO
    90
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    145
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    53
    miles
    not traveled by car
  • UP TO
    60
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    30
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    13
    conversations
    with people
  • UP TO
    72
    gallons of water
    have been saved

Steve's actions

Forests

Explore My Area

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area while following CDC guidelines for social distancing.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Fresh Water

Conserve Toilet Water

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Climate

Stay on the Ground

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

People

Connect While Social Distancing

I will connect with at least 1 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Climate

Use Muscle Power

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Support Pollinators

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators, including monarch butterflies, to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Fresh Water

Dishwasher Efficiency

I will scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading into the dishwasher and only run the dishwasher when it’s full.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Fresh Water

Eco-friendly Gardening

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Forests

Use a Reusable Mug

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Action Track: Earth Day Together!

Earth Day Action: Research and Support Local Organizations

I will spend 60 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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed


  • Steve Kismohr's avatar
    Steve Kismohr 4/22/2020 8:24 AM
    Friends, don't think this virus thing must stop your sustainability efforts when you do go out.
    Check out the IL Environmental Council Stay-at-Home Tips:  https://ilenviro.org/our-top-stay-at-home-sustainability-tips/
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Earth Day Together!
    Why is it important to support local organizations and businesses? How does it help to build a more resilient community?

    Steve Kismohr's avatar
    Steve Kismohr 4/22/2020 8:21 AM
    Going local is the name of the game! Keep our friends and neighbors employed (i.e. support the local economy) + check out all the great things happening - even if we are enjoying the stay-at-home time!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Fresh Water
    How can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?

    Steve Kismohr's avatar
    Steve Kismohr 4/16/2020 11:28 AM
    I reuse hand washing dish water to water my outdoor plants