Amalia Eades
"I am committed to nurturing a healthier planet by adopting eco-friendly practices in my daily life. To reduce my carbon footprint, conserve resources, and promote green initiatives, striving to leave a positive impact on the environment for future generations."
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participant impact
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UP TO24pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO209pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO77plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO77plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO120minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO488minutesspent learning
Amalia's actions
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Plastic in Clothing and Water
Synthetic clothing can contain plastic and shed harmful microplastics into our water. I will use a microplastics catcher in my laundry, or install a microplastics filter for my washing machine.
Land + Forests
Choose Eco-Friendly Wood and Paper
Trees provide food and habitat for local wildlife species, shade our streets and homes, and help keep our air and water clean by capturing pollutants. Buying products that help protect forests makes a difference. I will only purchase wood, furniture, and paper products from ecologically certified sources such as Forest Stewardship Council.
Climate + Air
Stay on the Ground
Carbon emissions from air travel is harmful to planetary and human health. Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Seek Alternative Gifts and Souvenirs
When traveling, I will seek souvenirs that support local communities and do not cause harm to the environment or wildlife.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 60 minutes learning about the beauty and body products I use to see if they are refillable or recyclable. If not, I will reach out to the manufacturer to advocate for those options.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Invest in Nature
A healthy world needs both our daily actions and support from larger systems. I will spend 60 minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
Land + Forests
Regenerative Agriculture and Me
Regenerative agriculture focuses on farming and ranching in a way that supports life and restores the soil. I will spend 60 minutes learning about regenerative agriculture and find out if any nearby farms practice regenerative agriculture.
Land + Forests
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 60 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Land + Forests
Personal Waste Audit
The waste we create daily can go unnoticed. I will track the waste I create in a day and post a photo log on the feed to see how much I create and where I can make different choices to reduce my waste going forward.
Land + Forests
Zero Waste Day
The impacts of our waste are far reaching. I will create zero waste for an entire day and share my reflections and learnings on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Reduce Pollutants in Cleaning
Understanding cleaning product ingredients and their effect on water and biodiversity is helpful to our consumer choices. I will spend 60 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
Freshwater + Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
We need to support healthy seafood populations. I will spend 60 minutes learning about sustainable seafood choices, commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean, and share what I learned on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 60 minutes learning more about the importance of freshwater + ocean conservation, and how I can reduce my water use. I will share what I learn with people in person, on social media, and on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Understand My Water Footprint
Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.
Action Track: Community
Plant Trees
Trees capture carbon and produce oxygen that is essential to life on earth. I will support this important piece of nature by organizing or joining a community group to plant 3 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
Action Track: Community
Join a Cleanup Effort
I will organize or participate in a trash pickup at a local river, beach, or natural body of water.
Action Track: Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 10 hours in my community.
Action Track: Community
Sustainability Lunch and Learn
Learning in a social setting can inspire connection and change. I will work with a friend or colleague to plan and host a lunch and learn at work, school, in my neighborhood or other location to learn more about an environmental topic important to me. After the lunch and learn, I will share more about it on the feed.
Action Track: Community
Lights Off and Open Windows
Turn off lights when not needed and not being used. It doesn't just help the environment but also helps save money. Open your windows instead and let natural light in. It will also help in lifting up your mood. Letting fresh air in so you don't need to turn on the fan or A/C unit.
Freshwater + Oceans
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
Itr's estimated over a billion water bottles are thrown away each year. Even if they were recycled, that still uses energy and resources from the earth. I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Freshwater + Oceans
Dishwasher Efficiency
Hand washing dishes can use more energy and hot water than a dishwasher. To save water, I will use a dishwasher and scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading them into the dishwasher.
Freshwater + Oceans
Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When marine wildlife ingest plastic, they have a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Action Track: Community
Share My "Why"
I will record a video to share why I am taking action this Earth Month, a sustainable swap I've made, and/or a local conservation effort in my area.
Action Track: Community
Keep My Community Clean
At times it may not feel like it's up to us to keep our community clean and healthy, but we all have a role to play. Each day I am outside, I will pick up any litter I see.
Action Track: Community
Borrow Before I Buy
Why buy something I will only use once or a few times if someone nearby has it for me to borrow, and why not share something I have that someone may only need a few times a year? To reduce my consumption and waste, I will create or support the sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
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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Amalia Eades 5/01/2024 5:56 PMIt was fun! Thank you everyone. 😊 -
Amalia Eades 4/30/2024 9:06 AMLast Day! It's been an awesome time learning and cleaning. Doing what we can be it big or small act for the future! Everything counts. 🥰 -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Zero Waste DayWhat was hard about having a Zero Waste Day? What did you learn about yourself and your habits?
Amalia Eades 4/30/2024 3:34 AMIt was hard because you have to eat everyday and most of the food containers are made of plastics. Even ingredients are contained in a plastic. 🥲 -
Amalia Eades 4/29/2024 6:34 PMMy solar powered pathway lamp next to a beautiful flower bush.
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Sowmiya Kalyanaraman 4/29/2024 9:44 PMAwesome Work!!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Reduce Pollutants in CleaningWhat did you learn about ingredients in our cleaning products and how they impact water and biodiversity? Did you try making your own cleaning products? If so, how did it go?
Amalia Eades 4/29/2024 6:32 PMThe ingredients in conventional cleaning products can significantly impact water quality and biodiversity. Many of these products contain harsh chemicals like chlorine, ammonia, and phosphates, which can lead to environmental issues such as algal blooms, disruption of aquatic ecosystems, and the depletion of oxygen in bodies of water. When washed down the drain, these chemicals can contaminate rivers, lakes, and oceans, harming aquatic life and ecosystems. Additionally, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from these products can contribute to air pollution, affecting both indoor and outdoor air quality.
As for making my own cleaning products, I haven’t personally tried it, but here is what I searched online: common ingredients for homemade cleaners include baking soda, white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, and essential oils. These natural ingredients are less harmful to the environment and can be effective for various cleaning tasks.
If you’re interested in creating your own eco-friendly cleaning products, here’s another simple recipe for an all-purpose cleaner I found:
Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle.
Add the rind of a citrus fruit, like lemon, for a fresh scent.
Let the mixture sit for a few days before using it to clean non-porous surfaces.
Remember to exercise caution when mixing different ingredients, as some combinations can be harmful. For example, NEVER mix bleach and vinegar, as it can create toxic chlorine gas. Always test homemade cleaners in small areas first to ensure they do not damage surfaces.
HAPPY ECO-CLEANING! -
Amalia Eades 4/28/2024 8:18 PMThe flowers in our front porch starts blooming. Yay! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Personal Waste AuditWhat are the results of your waste audit and what did you learn? How can you reduce your waste going forward?
Amalia Eades 4/28/2024 8:15 PMMost of our waste products are fruits and vegetable peels. We are thinking of planting our vegetables and fruits in our yard so a compost would be a good idea to reduce our waste products. We don't have food scraps because I make sure that I only cook enough food that we can finish in a day or 2 since I hate wasting food. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Beauty and Personal ProductsWhat new insights did you gain about the skincare products you use? Did you reach out to advocate for refillable or recyclable packaging?
Amalia Eades 4/28/2024 8:03 PMThe industry is increasingly adopting sustainable packaging solutions. This includes refillable packaging, which reduces waste by allowing consumers to replenish their products without the need for new packaging. Brands are also exploring eco-friendly materials like bamboo and paperboard tubes.
Advocacy for refillable and recyclable packaging is gaining momentum. Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious and are willing to pay more for products with sustainable packaging. This consumer demand is driving brands to adopt practices that reduce their environmental impact and improve brand equity. -
Amalia Eades 4/28/2024 9:30 AMWeekend is our grocery day! Don't forget to bring your reusable bags to the market!-
Tijana Bunjevacki 4/28/2024 9:43 AMThank you for the reminder!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Amalia Eades 4/28/2024 9:28 AMReducing one’s water footprint is a crucial step towards sustainability and conservation of our precious water resources. Simple actions like taking shorter showers, not watering lawns as often, and using high-efficiency appliances can make a significant difference in our water footprint. I had my husband call the plumber that did our house to have our bathtub faucet fixed because of the leak. A leaky faucet can waste a lot of water over time, so fixing household leaks is a simple yet effective way to conserve water and money. We do our laundry once a week so we can run our washing machine on a full load to maximize water efficiency.
By implementing these measures, you can contribute to a more sustainable future and ensure that water resources are preserved for generations to come. Remember, every drop counts! 🌱💧