Fact: Sustainable lifestyle choices equate to being thoughtful on a daily basis
Gary’s Update: Living sustainably is challenging and most of us would rather not think about what’s really necessary. I’d like to think that my personal commitment to sustainability has been long term and extends year round. When we first moved toColorado, Jean and I decided to live in the heart of the city instead of … Read more
Week 4: A transformation into environmentally conscious consumers :)
UPDATE FROM ADELE: Although it may seem small, my Green Challenge was to give up buying and drinking bottled water. I love flavored bottled water and would go through at least one a day. So, now I have a water bottle that I refill and add my own powdered flavoring! It was hard the first … Read more
Week 3: Some people are embracing the change, ehm, challenge.
Ted Hagan’s update: My challenge was to ride the bus once a week. I thought it would be difficult since I live in the foothills West of Denver. I was surprised to find that there is a bus that goes from a stop within a five minute drive from my house to the Civic Center … Read more
Week 2: The reality of the challenge sets in
GEOFF’S UPDATE: My Green Challenge is to not buy or consume any carbonated beverages (soda & beer) and to not buy take out food that comes in a paper or plastic bag. I have multiple driving factors behind my challenge. The primary motivators are to reduce the waste and energy from producing my individual meals, … Read more
SLATERPAULL Architects kicks off the 2011 Green Challenge!
Our passion for sustainable design has inspired our commitment to become leaders in the movement toward a more sustainable future. Our dedication to sustainability is not only reflected in our design philosophy and practice, but also in our everyday lives. SLATERPAULL Architects launched the “Personal Green Challenge” in 2007 in an effort to involve staff … Read more
Week 1 Green Challenge : Updates from SLATERPAULL Staff
Peggy’s Personal Green Challenge week 1 My challenge is to not use paper towels – what did we do before we had them? I have discovered how hard this convenience is to give up . . . my clothes are taking a beating, what else do you dry your hands on if you forget your … Read more
Read about Joel’s green challenge!
