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October 1 - October 31, 2023
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Sara Bowersox

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Sara's actions

Industry

Recycle Everything I Can

Recycling; Recycled Metals; Recycled Plastics

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, including electronics and metals.

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Transportation

Homecoming commute challenge!

KEEN is encouraging staff to return to House PDX 2 days per week starting 10-10-23. I will either make my commute a "multi-function" (not just a commute) car trip or use public transit.

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Land Sinks

My Wild Home

I will work my own land to encourage native plant & animal success, allow safe human access & woodland living.

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Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Smaller Portions

Reduced Food Waste

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

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Participant Feed


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    Sara Bowersox 10/25/2023 3:59 PM
    Our neighborhood potluck had "pig & chicken" bins ready for food scraps. We also encouraged folks to take extra food home - in reusable containers (byo encouraged). We used real dishes, tableware and cloth napkins. Folks volunteered to wash dishes and launder napkins after the event.

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    Sara Bowersox 10/16/2023 7:50 AM
    I try to have "no car Sunday" - but I had a memorial service to attend. Decided to load up my day with small tasks / errands to make it worth the drive. Got 3 errands done and caught my niece's basketball game. As long as I am out and about, I'll make it count!!!!

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    Sara Bowersox 10/16/2023 7:47 AM
    My husband and I made 2 meals out of 1 restaurant serving, and declined disposable utensils/ napkins (I had a set in my purse...).

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    Sara Bowersox 10/16/2023 7:45 AM
    Made carpooling a priority during business meeting in LA area. Who says you can't fit 5 trade compliance professionals into a mid-size sedan??????

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    Sara Bowersox 10/16/2023 7:43 AM
    Traveling on business for a few days - which makes conservation efforts more challenging! I did seek out Recyling bins in airports at at hotel plus opted away from as much excess packaging as possible.

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    Sara Bowersox 10/09/2023 11:36 AM
    Leaning into leftovers! Saving grocery cost and consuming less - I might even be able to see the back of the fridge...

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    Sara Bowersox 10/05/2023 4:05 PM
    To encourage smaller portions and reduce food waste I am doing more with leftovers. Hubby & I enjoyed a "small plates" dinner earlier this week using tidbits from 3 previous meals. Delicious, easy and no food waste!

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    Sara Bowersox 10/01/2023 10:24 AM
    Day 1! I'm out at Rockaway Beach with no curbside recycling. When we stay here, we pack & haul for greener results.

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      Bex! S 10/04/2023 9:17 AM
      That's definitely the Sara Bowersox (TM) level commitment I've come to expect form you!

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    Sara Bowersox 9/25/2023 5:37 PM
    OK Team KEEN - Challenge starts Sunday! Stretch yourself to do something new and give yourself a break with something you know you are ready for.