
Kathy Hrabovsky
"As a sustainability manager, architect and educator, I focus on the environmental, economic and social aspects of sustainability as I seek to make a difference in our world. "
Points Total
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- 1,116 Total
Participant Impact
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up to660minutesspent exercising
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up to60minutesspent learning
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up to660minutesspent outdoors
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up to22zero-waste mealsconsumed
Kathy's Actions
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Energy
Upgrade My Windows
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
Take Control
I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Community
Raise Money For a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Sustainable Pittsburgh or another nonprofit
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Waste
Buy Food And Water Only
I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.
Feed
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Kathy Hrabovsky 3/20/2019 4:23 PMHappy Spring! -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/20/2019 4:21 PMAllegheny Green! It is almost time to finish up your submissions! Thank you all for your dedication and participation! -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/19/2019 5:36 PMHEY TEAM! Tomorrow is our last day!!! Let's Race to the Finish with a Few New Posts!!! -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/19/2019 5:29 PMSustainable Pittsburgh Challenge FINALE on Thursday, 3/21, 5pm-7:30pm!!! Contact Abby or I to reserve your spot! Hope to see you there!!!
http://sustainablepittsburgh.org/event/sustainable-pittsburgh-challenge-finale-awards-celebration/ -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/18/2019 2:12 PMGuess What is Happening at Sustainable Pittsburgh: http://sustainablepittsburgh.org/news/news-events/ -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/18/2019 2:10 PMSpring has Sprung at Phipps Conservatory: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgxwBWKVZSfZXtZPJnWBscqbFRQbX -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/18/2019 8:18 AMThe GBA always features interesting, informative and enjoyable events but March and April are particularly jam-packed! Take a look!
https://www.go-gba.org/events/
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Kathy Hrabovsky 3/17/2019 5:24 PMIt was so beautiful today, sunny but cold, that I walked twice, once at lunch time and once at dinner time. I feel fabulous!
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/5-surprising-benefits-of-walking -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/16/2019 6:54 PM -
Kathy Hrabovsky 3/16/2019 6:52 PMPRC Rain Barrel Workshop - April 10th - East End Food Co-Op, 6:30-8:30pm: http://prc.org/programs/conservation-workshops/watershed-rain-barrels/