

Tijana Bunjevacki
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 934 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO59locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO37meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO238milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO238milestraveled by bus
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO236pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO3.3pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO1,940minutesspent exercising
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UP TO772minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO215minutesspent learning
Tijana's actions
Industry
Go Paperless
Recycled Paper
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions, and opting out of junk mail.
Industry
Choose Recycled Paper
Recycled Paper
I will plan ahead to use paper products only made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.
Land Sinks
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Tend A Garden
Conservation Agriculture
I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 100 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 30 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Animal Products
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.
Industry
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Multiple Industry Solutions
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.
Transportation
Go for a Daily Walk
Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Transportation
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Electric Cars, Hybrid Cars
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Transportation
Use Public Transit
Public Transit
I will use public transit 20 miles per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Transportation
Stay on the Ground
Telepresence, High-Speed Rail
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/31/2023 6:51 AMKnowing that our electric power is made by natural resources that are not damaging to the nature. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationWhat have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseDependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these (or other) advantages inspire you the most?
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/31/2023 6:47 AMSupporting Farmers! We have to d it, otherwise we will not have local fresh options! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/18/2023 8:24 AMI took a train from Rome to Naples instead of the plane. It was great! I really enjoy taking trains while in Europe. I wish we had more rail options in the States. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our bodies, our planet, and other people?
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/18/2023 8:21 AMUnfortunately, eating meat in our country affect our body negatively because our meat is full of hormones and preservative. -
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/16/2023 7:04 AMRepotted my pineapple yesterday! It has been year and a half since I plated the crown in the soil! Now it has 6 feet diameter! Hoping to see fruit soon! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseHave you ever had a significant experience in nature that altered your perspective or focus? If so, please describe it.
Tijana Bunjevacki 10/16/2023 7:03 AMJust looking at my plants and my garden change in last two years put different perspective on life. It is mind blowing to think that two years ago it was nothing and now it is in full bloom with more than 100 plants! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?