
Murray Noble
"Saving that energy = saving that environment."
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 1,596 Total
Participant Impact
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up to20minutesspent outdoors
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up to2hoursvolunteered
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up to1,580gallons of waterhave been saved
Murray's Actions
Water
Research My Water Supply
I will learn more about my own local watershed and where my water comes from and identify any conservation or water quality issues.
Water
Ditch Microbeads
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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 per faucet every day.
Food
Advocate for Food Options
I will advocate for local and/or organic food options on campus.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Waste
Reduce Unwanted Mail
I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.
Simplicity
Study Breaks
I will take regular study breaks to de-stress.
Health
Cut Out Harmful Self-Care Products
I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.
Health
Skip Partying
I will refrain from going out during the week and instead choose sober and healthy activities like exercising, advocating for change and getting outdoors.
Nature
Attend or Join an Outdoor Club
I will go to an outdoor club or similar group's meeting or event.
Nature
Class or Extracurricular Meetings Outside
I will host a meeting or class outside.
Health
Support Polution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Nature
Explore Campus Nature
I will spend time getting acquainted with the nature on or near my campus.
Health
Audit Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Community
Get Involved with Student Government
I will start to be active in my student government.
Community
Volunteer in my Community/on Campus
I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community or on campus.
Community
Register to Vote
I will register to vote with my state or local election office.
Community
Join my Residence Hall Board
I will join my residence hall group/board and advocate for change where needed.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Nature
Go for a Hike
I will take a 20-minute hike in nature.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Water
Work With Student Housing
I will work with RAs/student housing to reduce water usage by posting signs in laundry rooms/common areas.
Water
Watch A Water Documentary
I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
Wash Only Full Loads of Laundry
I will conserve water by only doing full loads of laundry.
Energy
Ditch The Halogen Desk Lamp
I will replace my halogen desk lamp with an LED bulb.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Ditch The AC
I will use a fan instead of a window air conditioner.
Food
Shop at Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op, or join a CSA.
Create Your Own Action
Short Showers!
Take 5 showers of 3 minutes or less. The goal is to conserve water and bring awareness to the amount of water wasted in the shower.
Feed
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Murray Noble 4/28/2017 12:37 AMTwas a great experience living in a way that was beneficial to the environment! -
Murray Noble 4/27/2017 11:57 PM1 more day!! -
Murray Noble 4/26/2017 11:50 PM3 days left! -
Murray Noble 4/25/2017 11:33 PMFinals week! -
Murray Noble 4/23/2017 6:58 PMOne week left! -
Murray Noble 4/21/2017 12:08 AMSolid night at Frisbee intramurals -
Murray Noble 4/20/2017 7:29 AM8 days left! -
Murray Noble 4/19/2017 1:25 PMSpring staring to show! -
Murray Noble 4/18/2017 7:04 PMSunny Day!!! -
Murray Noble 4/17/2017 1:58 PMThe rain came back :(