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Emma Parker
May 12, 2025 • 2 hours ago

Just installed my first rainwater harvesting system! It was surprisingly easy with the guide from the EcoSyno community. Now I can water my garden and save on my water bill at the same time. Win-win! 💧 #WaterConservation

Rainwater harvesting system
Water Conservation

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John Doe 1 hour ago

This looks amazing! How much did the system cost to set up?

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Emma Parker 45 minutes ago

About $150 for all the materials, but I'm expecting to save around $20/month on water during the summer. The tutorial is linked in the EcoSyno Resources section!

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EcoSyno Experts
May 11, 2025 • 1 day ago

💡 Eco Tip of the Day: Switching to LED bulbs can reduce your lighting energy consumption by up to 80%! LEDs also last 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs, meaning fewer replacements and less waste.

Quick Facts: LED vs. Traditional Lighting
  • LEDs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs
  • Average lifespan: 25,000 hours vs. 1,000 hours
  • Annual savings: $75 per bulb replaced
  • Reduces CO2 emissions by approximately 400 pounds per year per household
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Miguel Santos
May 10, 2025 • 3 days ago

Looking for recommendations on compostable alternatives to plastic food containers. Has anyone tried those mushroom-based ones? Do they hold up well for meal prep?

Question Plastic Reduction

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Plastic-Free May

Eliminate single-use plastics for the entire month.

126 participants 12 days left
7-Day Energy Diet

Reduce your home energy usage by 30% in one week.

84 participants 2 days left
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Community Cleanup
Community Cleanup Day
Tomorrow

Join us in cleaning up Silver Lake Park. All equipment provided! Meet at the main entrance.

Silver Lake Park, Main Entrance
May 14, 2025 • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
24 attending • 8 spots left
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Cooking Workshop
Sustainable Cooking Workshop
3 days

Learn to cook delicious plant-based meals with seasonal ingredients. Taught by Chef Maria Rodriguez.

Green Leaf Community Center
May 16, 2025 • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
15 attending • 5 spots left
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Solar Panel Q&A
Virtual Solar Panel Q&A
1 week

Expert panel answering questions about residential solar installation, costs, benefits, and maintenance.

Zoom Meeting (link provided after RSVP)
May 20, 2025 • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
43 attending • Unlimited spots
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Zero Waste Workshop
Zero Waste Workshop
2 weeks

Hands-on workshop for creating DIY household products and reducing waste in your daily life.

Sustainable Living Center
May 27, 2025 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
18 attending • 12 spots left
In-Person Waste Reduction
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Community Bike to Work Day
3 weeks

Join our community bike convoy for the annual Bike to Work Day. Multiple starting points available.

Multiple Locations
Jun 3, 2025 • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
36 attending • Unlimited spots
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Farmers Market
Community Farmers Market Tour
1 month

Guided tour of the local farmers market with tips on finding the most sustainable, seasonal produce.

Downtown Farmers Market
Jun 10, 2025 • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
12 attending • 8 spots left
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Plastic-Free May
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Eliminate single-use plastics for the entire month of May. Track your progress daily and share alternatives you discover with the community.

May 1 - May 31, 2025
40% complete 19 days remaining
126 participants
Top participant: Emma P. (25 plastic items avoided)
Plastic Reduction
7-Day Energy Diet
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Reduce your home energy usage by 30% in one week by implementing a series of energy-saving practices. Take before and after meter readings.

May 8 - May 15, 2025
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Top participant: John D. (42% energy reduction)
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Commit to eating plant-based meals every Monday for four consecutive weeks. Share recipes and food photos with the community.

Jun 3 - Jun 24, 2025
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41 participants signed up
Potential CO₂ savings: ~80kg per participant
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30-Day Water Conservation
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Implement daily water-saving techniques for 30 days and track your reduction in water usage. Learn about water footprint and scarcity.

Jun 15 - Jul 15, 2025
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28 participants signed up
Target: 20% water usage reduction
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Community Garden Expansion
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Expanding the existing community garden by adding 20 new plots and an educational area for workshops and children's programs.

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65% complete Target completion: Jun 30, 2025
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Neighborhood Solar Co-op
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Organizing a neighborhood solar purchasing co-op to negotiate group discounts for residential solar installation. Also exploring community solar options.

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35% complete Target completion: Aug 15, 2025
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Plastic-Free Business Initiative
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Working with local businesses to eliminate single-use plastics in their operations. Creating a certification program and consumer guide to plastic-free shopping.

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15% complete Target launch: Sep 1, 2025
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Greenway Bicycle Path Extension
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Advocating for the extension of the city's bicycle path network. Collecting signatures, attending city council meetings, and building community support.

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1,246 signatures collected Goal: 5,000 signatures
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Aisha Lee
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Completed "Plastic-Free Week" Challenge

Avoided 3.2 lbs of plastic waste

Apr 14, 2025

Joined "Community Garden Expansion" Project

Contributing garden design expertise

Apr 2, 2025

Led Community Cleanup Event

Collected 42 lbs of trash from local park

Mar 22, 2025

Completed "7-Day Energy Diet" Challenge

Reduced home energy usage by 27%

Mar 15, 2025

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1001 Rainwater Harvesting Guide Post Emma Parker May 12, 2025
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