Lauren Smith
4/30/2021 12:40 PM
I'd love to use wildflowers and shrubbery native to New Hampshire
Lauren Smith
POINTS TOTAL
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- 403 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO30pounds of trashhave been saved
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UP TO0.0pounds pesticide and excess fertilizerprevented from entering watersheds
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UP TO78gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO3.0treesplanted
Lauren's actions
Waterwise Home
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Waterwise Beautification
Hydrozone Your Landscape
I will "hydrozone" my yard and garden so that low water-use, moderate water-use and high water-use plants are grouped together.
Waterwise Home
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Waterwise Community
Litter Removal
I will organize or participate in a volunteer litter clean up to keep trash from entering our storm drains and waterways.
Waterwise Beautification
Use Native Plants When Possible
I will plant 5 square feet of native species, landscape with water-efficient plants in order to reduce general water usage, and minimize fertilizer and pesticide use.
Waterwise Community
Storm Drain Stenciling Project
I will organize or participate in a volunteer community storm drain stenciling campaign.
Waterwise Community
Identify a Local Freshwater Hope Spot using the Wyland Foundation Google Earth Portal
I will show my support for a favorite lake, river, stream, wetland or place along the coast.
Waterwise Beautification
Plant a Tree
I will reduce stormwater runoff, promote better air quality, and reduce CO2 from our atmosphere by planting 5 tree(s) in my home or in my community.
Waterwise Beautification
Use Permeable Pavers
I will reduce polluted runoff and support groundwater recharge where possible by replacing 15 square feet of concrete with permeable surfaces.
Waterwise Beautification
Annual Irrigation Audit
I will have an irrigation professional audit my irrigation system 1x per year to save water, money, and reduce runoff.
Waterwise Beautification
Install Greywater Catchment
I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.
Waterwise Beautification
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Participant Feed
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Lauren Smith 4/01/2022 8:26 AMit's going good! I'm excited about finishing up my water project. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Beautification Use Native Plants When PossibleWhat sort of native plants could you use for beautiful gardens, lawns, and living spaces that are more waterwise?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Beautification Use Permeable PaversHow does overpaving contribute to stormwater pollution and degraded water quality?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Beautification Install Greywater CatchmentGreywater systems can reuse 50–80% of a household’s water use, but do you know its best uses?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Home 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?
Lauren Smith 4/30/2021 12:39 PMIn working with the Water Works Department, I've learned how climate change will affect our region -
Lauren Smith 4/30/2021 12:38 PMIt's going really well!!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Community Storm Drain Stenciling ProjectWhat is a storm drain? What is untreated water? How does it affect our health? How do oil, soap, gum, food wrappers, cigarette butts, and chip bags find their way into our lakes, rivers, streams, and coasts?
Lauren Smith 4/30/2021 12:37 PMUntreated water is bad for our health and we need to make our water cleaner for everyone -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Beautification Hydrozone Your LandscapeA smart hydrozoning plan can reduce landscape water use by 20% to 70% and even reduce the need for chemicals. How might you reorganize or group the plants in your landscape or project?
Lauren Smith 4/30/2021 12:37 PMWe're redoing our backyard, so I will make sure when we're replanting the garden, to utilize smarter landscaping techniques -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Community Identify a Local Freshwater Hope Spot using the Wyland Foundation Google Earth PortalWhat lakes, rivers, streams, or coastlines have inspired you? How have they changed over the years? What can be done to ensure they remain healthy and vital for the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaterwise Home 5-Minute ShowersFive-minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
Lauren Smith 4/28/2021 1:47 PMI have continued to take short showers this month -- it took awhile to get used to, but I know it's helpful