

Neil Stimach
"To be more conscious of how my day-to-day actions effect the environment and choose to make more eco-friendly decisions."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 720 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO500gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO115minutesspent learning
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UP TO435minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO1.0itemrepaired
Neil's actions
Education & Livelihood
WSP - Climate Solutions Plan and Accelerator Course
Read WSP’s Climate Transition Plan, which details how we plan to reduce GHG emissions. We began implementation of our Low-Carbon Supplier Engagement Plan in January. Learn more about it by listening to our supplier kickoff webinar. Increase your climate literacy, take the 2-part Climate Solutions Accelerator Course on the WSP My Learning Platform.
Climate & Ecosystems
Calculate Your Carbon Impact
SDG 13
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.
Education & Livelihood
WSP - Create a Green Team in your office
Make a commitment to have a kick-off Green Team meeting to brainstorm for ideas on what your office will want to accomplish. Coordinate with your office director and DPN to facilitate.
Climate & Ecosystems
WSP - Electrify & Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Whether you rent or own, sign up with YellowTin to understand costs, savings and incentives for everything needed to transition to an all-electric home and car. Us the link below to register and get these one time action points.
Climate & Ecosystems
WSP - Emerge Program
Spend 15 minutes learning about the Emerge Program at WSP. Emerge is WSP's strategic alliance program that seeks early-stage companies with novel solutions as strategic partners. Partners get access to in-house subject matter experts, an opportunity to pilot their products/technologies with WSP during the evaluation phase and have access to our client base. Emerge propels our partners by accelerating the product/technology adoption. Having recently launched our 4th cohort, Emerge has accelerated a number of companies whose mission aligns with UN SDGs. • Olokun Minerals • ecoSPEARS • PLAEX Building Systems
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG 6
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Economy & Communities
Replace Manual Thermostats
SDG 7, 9, 12
I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.
Health & Equity
Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace
SDG 3, 5, 10, 16
I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 30 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG 9
I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG 2
I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.
Health & Equity
Make Cleaning Products
SDG 3
I will make a few homemade cleaning products.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG 6
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG 3
I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Basic Needs & Security
Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe
I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.
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 QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Neil Stimach 4/25/2023 7:39 AMMy old apartment had a 7 day programmable t-stat with up to 4 different set points per day. I was very spoiled with that and my current apartment only has basic heat cool auto and off modes. Aside from the added comfort in my home and decreased electric bill, its nice to know it will be better for the environment as well. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Neil Stimach 4/25/2023 7:35 AMIt definitely takes some practice but its not as tricky as I thought. I would not say that I am a skilled mender but I can certainly do it.-
Pieter de Bod 4/25/2023 3:06 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!
Neil Stimach 4/25/2023 7:34 AMI made a tofu stir-fry and it was pretty good. I always like trying new recipes and would recommend. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Neil Stimach 4/13/2023 8:30 AMI felt like I had already known the difference between them so there was no surprises but it will be something to think about more going forward when shopping for produce. -
Neil Stimach 4/11/2023 7:31 AMMy goals are currently going well. Taking 5 minutes out of my day to sit down and review all of my goals for each day make the entire months goals much more approachable. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?
Neil Stimach 4/11/2023 7:29 AMI watched the documentary 'Game Changers' (on Netflix). It was fascinating to learn different points of view on nutrition when it comes to sports and training. It is strange to see a person like Arnold Schwarzenegger who had heavily promoted eating a lot of meat and now is promoting the opposite for different health benefits. It makes your wonder what things you are doing that you feel are necessary but may not be the case. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat was surprising about the ingredients in your cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products?
Neil Stimach 4/11/2023 7:19 AMI started using baking soda and lemon juice concoctions for cleaning my home and it is surprisingly versatile for cleaning different surface types. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was the most interesting thing you learned from analyzing your utility bill? What are some ways you can save energy and water?
Neil Stimach 4/11/2023 7:16 AMI used a lot less energy than I thought I did. The services charges are typically more than the actual cost of kW usage alone (thank you Oncor charges). I can still do better at using less energy during the day and intend to get a smart thermostat for my apartment to further reduce AC usage as we get into the summer season. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat was it like to practice mindfulness? If this is a practice for you already, what was something new you understood in practicing during Earth Month?
Neil Stimach 4/10/2023 1:43 PMThis is not a new practice for me but it is something that I have fallen out of habit of doing. It is nice to set aside some time to not be physically doing anything and just focusing on your mental well being. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Neil Stimach 4/10/2023 1:42 PMHaving hobbies and free time and being able to prioritize the life side of the work/life balance is very important to me. Being able to enjoy life outside of work helps promote a healthier work environment.