Joy Greenwell
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 381 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0Carbon FootprintCalculated
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UP TO28pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO26plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO18plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1,125minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO40minutesspent learning
Joy's actions
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 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Grow Local
I will research and plant a garden filled with native fruits, vegetables, and flowers to nurture local wildlife and ecosystems. I will find nearby nurseries that offer plants native to my area.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Save the Bees
Bees are vital to ecosystems. To help save the bees, I will learn which local flowers provide nectar and plant them in my backyard or in a pot on my balcony.
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
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 45 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
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.
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.
Land + Forests
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.
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 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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 1 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 2 hours in my community.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Calculate My Carbon ImpactWhere in your life do you emit the most carbon? What change are you willing to make in your daily life to reduce this output?
Joy Greenwell 4/29/2024 1:56 AMI guess I need to be more aware of my carbon footprint and what I can do to help make my number better.-
Christina White 4/29/2024 7:46 AMI feel this. Mine was worse than I thought it would be!
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Joy Greenwell 4/28/2024 9:18 AMMy carbon dating is not too good.
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Joy Greenwell 4/28/2024 9:10 AMI have definitely become more aware of things I can do to help save our earth. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
Joy Greenwell 4/26/2024 2:53 AMI have planted some snapdragons in my yard. I did some reading and hope they enjoy them! -
Joy Greenwell 4/26/2024 2:51 AMUsing my water bottle at work!-
Augusto Luis Labos 4/26/2024 2:57 AMnice!
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Joy Greenwell 4/26/2024 2:50 AMI enjoy running when the weather is cool, but I am looking forward to some warm weather. Things in nature are really getting ready to bloom. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Zero Waste DayWhat was hard about having a Zero Waste Day? What did you learn about yourself and your habits?
Joy Greenwell 4/24/2024 7:42 AMI am trying to make a conscience effort to having less waste at home. I usually only buy groceries that I know I am going to use. Buying smaller quantities or individual servings really helps me with this.-
Nicole Visco 4/24/2024 7:44 AMI've found this helpful as well! Stores that sell in large quantities like Costco are tempting, but often wasteful unless you're feeding a crowd!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Grow LocalHow did it feel to plant something native in your area to support local wildlife and biodiversity? What did you plant? Please consider adding a photo.
Joy Greenwell 4/24/2024 7:37 AMThough it is only in my yard, I have my small garden area ready to go. I make sure my soil is rich in nutrients so my vegetables go. -
Joy Greenwell 4/24/2024 3:23 AMWalking everyday makes this so easy for me. -
Joy Greenwell 4/24/2024 3:22 AMKeeping my reusable straws in my car makes refusing a straw so easy.