- Turning off the tap if no needed much like while brushing your teeth
- Take short Shower set a timer to keep your shower under 5 minutes.
- only washing your clothes when necessary
- fixing household leaks
- using less water in the garden and when cleaning
Suraj Gaurkar
"“We are on Earth to take care of life. We are on Earth to take care of each other.” — Xiye Bastida We are in this Challenge to Keep our Mother Earth Safe.. #EarthMonthEcochallenge-2024"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 121 THIS WEEK
- 1,605 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO81plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO32advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO1,213minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO25minutesspent learning
Suraj's actions
Climate + Air
ONLINE ENERGY AUDIT
Energy use and waste is often invisible. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Land + Forests
ADVOCATE FOR FOREST PROTECTION
Using my voice can help create a more sustainable and just world. I will contact 1 local, regional, or national decision makers to advocate for public policy that protects forests and improves their ability to sequester carbon and nourish biodiversity.
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)
Climate + Air
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
INVEST IN NATURE
A healthy world needs both our daily actions and support from larger systems. I will spend minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
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 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Volunteer for 5 hrs on Weekend
Volunteer for 5 hrs on Weekend
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Volunteer for 5 hrs on Weekend
Volunteer for 5 hrs on Weekend
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.
Climate + Air
Calculate my Carbon footprint & Take a necessary action to reduce it.
Calculate my Carbon footprint & Take a necessary action to reduce it
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Organize one day of Nature Tour
Organize one day of Nature Tour. To understand the nature
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.
Land + Forests
Advocate for Forest Protection
Using my voice can help create a more sustainable and just world. I will contact 1 local, regional, or national decision makers to advocate for public policy that protects forests and improves their ability to sequester carbon and nourish biodiversity.
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.
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.
Action Track: Community
Fitness Activities
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Spend some time daily on your fitness activities!
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 2 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.
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.
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.
Climate + Air
Consume only Needs vs Wants
The more stuff we consume, the more greenhouse gasses we put into the atmosphere. I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach this month and only buy things I need.
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 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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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Suraj Gaurkar 4/29/2024 7:58 PMFinal Day has arrived...
30th Day of Morning walk..
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Akshay Vispute 4/29/2024 10:42 PMgreat -
Swati Jain 4/29/2024 10:02 PMthis is great!! -
Vedika Patil 4/29/2024 8:01 PMGreat
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/28/2024 6:14 PMSustainability is about so much more than what you buy. It’s about everyday choices that are intentional, conscious, and community focused...
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/28/2024 4:22 AMOn the Auspicious occasion of Earth Month, The EEEC Nashik Sustainability team recently organized a Shramdaan voluntary event at Aaple Paryavaran, Deorai Nashik.
This event underscores EEEC Nashik commitment to teamwork and environmental stewardship. We believe in getting our hands dirty for safeguarding the planet.
Thanks to all who have participated in noble cause despite the challenging work under the sun.
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Rupali Kharate 4/28/2024 7:28 AMGreat Initiative
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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?
Suraj Gaurkar 4/26/2024 7:23 PMBelow small action help me to reduce my water footprints-- -
Suraj Gaurkar 4/26/2024 7:16 PMAs part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and in celebration of Earth Month EcoChallenge, We are excited to invite to participate for Shramdaan Activity at Aaple Prayavaran, Deorai Nashik, on April 27, 2024, at 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 27 April 2024
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Aaple Prayavaran, Deorai Nashik
Activities Includes: Plant Watering, Nurturing Plant etc.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our planet's well-being while also engaging in meaningful teamwork and enjoying the outdoors.
Please prepare for the tomorrow as follows:
Wear: Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for outdoor activities
Bring: Your Own Drinking Water, Sunscreen, and a hat for sun protectionLet’s all roll up our sleeves and contribute to a greener tomorrow!
We hope to see many of you there as we dig deep and make a difference!
Best regards,
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/25/2024 8:29 AM“I only feel angry when I see waste. When I see people throwing away things we could use.”
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/25/2024 8:29 AM- PLANET 🌍 or PLASTIC, the choice is yours.
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/23/2024 9:41 PMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdnVKSw_yM4
During EarthMonth Watch very informative Documentary on Earth Day..
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Sayan Chakraborty 4/23/2024 9:53 PMInformative one Suraj
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Suraj Gaurkar 4/22/2024 8:51 PM- tracking and tying to get a decent feel for my footprint.
- Uses of Electric Fan instead of Cooler or AC at home. This turns into ecofriendly as well as budget friendly.
- Changing diet to be mostly plant based.
- choose lower carbon intensive transport more, distance depending
- reducing food waste
- buying less clothes/stuff and being careful how used clothes/stuff are disposed of/upcycled
- buy more stuff from companies that have good climate credentials, transparent roadmaps or use mostly/all recycled materials
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Akhil Vardhan 4/22/2024 8:55 PMAmazing and that's great!!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Advocate for Forest ProtectionHigher standards of living are very often dependent on moving our environmental costs elsewhere. What are some specific ways in which the environmental impacts of your own lifestyle might be shifted elsewhere?
Suraj Gaurkar 4/22/2024 8:50 PM- tracking and tying to get a decent feel for my footprint (as much as the calculators allowed)
- Uses of Electric Fan instead of Cooler or AC at home. This turns into ecofriendly as well as budget friendly.
- Changing diet to be mostly plant based.
- choose lower carbon intensive transport more, distance depending
- reducing food waste
- buying less clothes/stuff and being careful how used clothes/stuff are disposed of/upcycled
- buy more stuff from companies that have good climate credentials, transparent roadmaps or use mostly/all recycled materials
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Akhil Vardhan 4/22/2024 8:56 PMGood Idea!!