

Jennifer Teeple
"To save the world by using one less wasteful product at a time."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,694 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO2.0donationsmade
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UP TO1,192gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO12lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO15locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO408minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO875minutesspent exercising
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UP TO109minutesspent learning
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UP TO1,140minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO110plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO29plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO7.6poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO452pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
Jennifer's actions
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.
Waste
RESEARCH LOCAL WASTE SITES
I will spend 15 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.
Transportation
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).
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 20 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
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.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Simplicity
Core Values
We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 20 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 5 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Waste
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Cheap, single-use items and disposable packaging end up blowing around as litter more often in poor and POC-majority neighborhoods. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
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.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 12 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
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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Jennifer Teeple 4/21/2021 7:06 AMHas anyone else seen this? It provides a ton of information to help us become better stewards of Earth. -
Jennifer Teeple 4/21/2021 7:06 AMAnd Ken comes out of no where to take the lead! -
Jennifer Teeple 4/20/2021 12:45 PMSix points away from second place team. Come on CCM!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Personal Waste AuditWhy is it so difficult to understand the impacts our purchases and waste have on other people, animals, and places? How might your experience with this challenge impact your future consumption and choices?
Jennifer Teeple 4/18/2021 5:13 PMI do not think we see what we throw away when it's one thing at a time or all fits in the trash can. I has made me aware of how much non recyclable trash we used. I will be more aware going forward -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors, including market demand for recyclables. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
Jennifer Teeple 4/18/2021 5:06 PMThere are some companies that will mail you a box to put your recycling in but there is a center in Harrisburg that takes everything -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste RESEARCH LOCAL WASTE SITESIn what neighborhoods or areas of your region are landfills or other waste sites located? Which communities are most affected by these locations?
Jennifer Teeple 4/18/2021 5:04 PMThere is one in Bridgeton Mo. After the landfill went in home prices dropped. It had an for burning for years because of tires. -
Jennifer Teeple 4/14/2021 9:44 AMI appreciate all of my coworkers embracing this challenge. CCM really cares about the environment. It is nice to see that it is not just a company stance but everyone sees it as a personal responsibility too.-
Ken McLauchlan 4/20/2021 3:15 PMI have to agree, as it is one thing to preach, another thing to practice and I am seeing a corporate philosophy backed by employees that feel empowered.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Reduce Single-Use DisposablesWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What did you substitute or could be substituted instead?
Jennifer Teeple 4/14/2021 9:42 AMWe get straws a lot since we do not cook much. We have metal and silicone straws for use at home though. We have washable bags for produce. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
Jennifer Teeple 4/14/2021 9:41 AMWe stopped using disposable water bottles a few years ago. Occasionally if we are out and cannot refill the water bottle we are forced to buy plastic ones. We always recycle when we can. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Insulate Water Pipes and Water HeaterHow do you think climate change will affect your region’s water supply? Think about the effects of weather, storms, salinity, and sea level rise, among other changes. How can you find out more about climate change’s impact to your region's water?
Jennifer Teeple 4/14/2021 9:39 AMIf sea level continues to rise the water tables that we depend on could become contaminated with sea water making it unusable for drinking, watering crops and other general uses. The Global Climate change initiative has numerous publication that we can read to learn about climate change and how we can help.