Leah Ruth Diaz
"On an adventure for nature!"
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participant impact
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UP TO1.0Carbon FootprintCalculated
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO25advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO910minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO620minutesspent learning
Leah Ruth's actions
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 30 minutes each day learning about the current status of local or global wildlife and how I can align my actions to support their livelihood.
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.
Freshwater + Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
We need to support healthy seafood populations. I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable seafood choices, commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean, and share what I learned on the feed.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 30 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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Cultivate Indoor Biodiversity
I will assess the conditions of our indoor space, including light levels, temperature, and humidity. I will choose plant species that thrive in our specific environment to ensure their long-term health and vitality.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Leave No Trace
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace whenever I am outside.
Action Track: Community
ATTEND THE EARTH MONTH WEBINAR ON BIODIVERSITY and NATURE CONSERVATION
On Monday 1st April, I will attend the Earth Month: Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Webinar organized by the Emerson Manila Sustainability Team to learn why we should care about nature and biodiversity.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 30 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 30 minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
Climate + Air
Calculate My Carbon Impact
Carbon emissions can show up in many surprising ways in our life. I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.
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 30 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 30 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Action Track: Community
JOIN OR CREATE A GREEN TEAM AT EMERSON
I will continue to contribute to Emerson's environmental sustainability goals beyond April by learning more about the Global Green Teams Network, joining a team near me, or maybe even creating a new team.
Action Track: Community
SIGN UP TO RECEIVE NEWS ON SUSTAINABILITY AT EMERSON
I will sign up to the Sustainability Aficionados distribution list to receive global news on sustainability at Emerson, including world news and Greening OF, BY, and WITH news.
Action Track: Community
TAKE PICTURES AND SHARE ON LINKEDIN
I will take at least one photograph that is connected with this year's theme of Nature Conservation & Biodiversity (for example an urban park, bee hives, birds and other animals...) and I will post it on LinkedIn with the hashtags #EarthMonthEcochallenge #EarthMonthAtEmerson.
Action Track: Community
ATTEND THE ECOCHALLENGE CONSERVATION WEBINAR
On Wed 24th April, I will attend the Earth Month Ecochallenge Webinar on Conservation to learn about what individuals, companies and other organizations can do to promote biodiversity and nature protection.
Land + Forests
30 for 30 in Nature
Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside (in a large or small patch of nature), then share my observations, 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.
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.
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
Declutter My Home Without the Landfill
Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.
Land + Forests
Carry My Trash
I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me this month, to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill. I will post on the feed my reflections, conversations, and actions I will take moving forward.
Freshwater + Oceans
Low Water Gardening
Grass lawns are water-intensive and on average require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. Native plants are water-efficient and help maintain the balance and diversity of local ecosystems. I will plant native species with water-efficient plants to conserve water and improve the habitat, then post a photo on the feed to share.
Freshwater + Oceans
Go Plastic-Free
Millions of tons of plastic is produced each year worldwide. Each day, I will conduct a plastics audit of what I buy and use throughout the challenge (kitchen, bathroom, personal care products, etc.), to see how single-use plastic shows up in my life. I will find plastic-free alternatives to these products and advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, product manufacturers, at work, or on campus.
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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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/24/2024 4:06 PMWe still don't know about most of the animals and plants on Earth. Scientists think there could be around 8.7 million species, but we've only found and named about 14% of them. Sadly, many species are disappearing before we can even discover them. It's a big wake-up call to protect our planet's diversity. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community ATTEND THE ECOCHALLENGE CONSERVATION WEBINARWhat did you learn in the webinar? Did anything surprise you?
Leah Ruth Diaz 4/24/2024 4:01 PMThere is an enormous variety of life on earth. To date, scientists have catalogued more than 1.3 million species of plants, animals, fungi and bacteria. But many species have yet to be identified. In fact, scientists estimate that the true number of species on our planet may be as high as 8.7 million.-
Jenna Cassidy 4/24/2024 4:41 PMThat's really interesting!
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/23/2024 4:48 PMIt rained hard in our area yesterday. It washed away dirt and dust and gave the land a drink after days of hot weather. Rainfall not only replenishes the earth but also sustains ecosystems, supports agriculture, and provides drinking water for countless living beings. It's a reminder of the importance of caring for our planet and the essential role that water plays in sustaining life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Low Water GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Leah Ruth Diaz 4/22/2024 4:39 PMPersonally, my biggest concern about water revolves around ensuring my province gets a fair share while supplying the city. I'm worried about the potential environmental impact of extracting water from our area. It's crucial that we manage our water resources effectively and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure a sustainable supply for both my province and the city.-
Jem Lagao 4/22/2024 6:12 PMEspecially now that it's too hot!!!
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/22/2024 4:32 PMEarth isn't just nature and trees and flowers. Earth is every person and animal and thing you love. Earth isn't where we live life. EARTH IS LIFE. - PositivelyPresent-
Franz Guillermo 4/22/2024 4:52 PMcouldn't agree more, mahmuh. 🌎
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/22/2024 3:36 AMThe best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now. - Chinese Proverb-
Gilberly Joy Ablao 4/22/2024 4:53 PMtrue! -
Crizza Jamaica Bustamante Dieza 4/22/2024 3:46 AMAgree!
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/21/2024 5:25 AMI've been seeing so much about turtles caught in fishing nets and unable to free themselves on my social media feed. Let's turn the tide on turtle tragedies. It's heartbreaking to see them like that. 🐢 #SaveOurTurtles-
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/22/2024 3:11 AMProtect the turtles and all marine life! 🐢🐠
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/20/2024 5:00 AMRealizing the impact of endangered plants on Earth Day can be eye-opening. When we lose plant species, we lose crucial parts of ecosystems, affecting everything from food chains to medicine. It's a reminder of the urgent need to protect and preserve our planet's biodiversity.-
Krystel Grace Dimalibot 4/21/2024 1:42 AMI agree! Let's take good care of them. 🌱
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/18/2024 12:59 AMDedicating this month to decluttering and being mindful of my consumption habits, I'm working towards creating a more organized living space for myself and my family while also contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle. Best of luck to everyone on their decluttering journey!-
Janet Serrano 4/22/2024 8:38 PMI started few months ago and still not done. I am consciously NOT buying though, so it's a good progress. -
Jessica Mae Gobenciong 4/18/2024 1:16 AMcheering you on this journey :) -
LITTY PHILIP 4/18/2024 1:00 AMAll the best!
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Leah Ruth Diaz 4/17/2024 4:47 AMThe idea of owning less to clean less not only simplifies your life but also aligns with sustainable practices by reducing waste and resource consumption. It's a shift towards a more mindful and eco-friendly way of living.-
Janna Liwanag 4/18/2024 9:11 PMAgree!!! -
Krystel Grace Dimalibot 4/18/2024 12:44 AMTrue! -
Rizza Amparo 4/17/2024 5:23 AMTotally agree!
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