Kavitha Kavitha.k
"Save earth...To help ensure a healthy environment for current and future generations..."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,272 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO240pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO307pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO227single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO259public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO30advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO5.0treesplanted
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UP TO333minutesspent learning
Kavitha's actions
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
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
Choose Renewable Energy
Renewable energy options are becoming more widespread and accessible. Not only are they good for the planet, they can help save money as well. I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will contact them to advocate for this option in the future.
Land + Forests
Advocate for Forest Protection
Using my voice can help create a more sustainable and just world. I will contact 2 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.
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.
Land + Forests
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 2 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
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
Reduce Pollutants in Cleaning
Understanding cleaning product ingredients and their effect on water and biodiversity is helpful to our consumer choices. I will spend 30 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
Freshwater + Oceans
Cooking Oil Disposal
Pouring cooking oil down the drain can cause damage to waterways and ecosystems. I will learn how to properly dispose of cooking oil to help support healthy ecosystems.
Action Track: Community
Write Letters or Emails
I will gather a group of friends, family, neighbors or colleagues and write 2 letters or emails to public officials or companies to advocate for planet-friendly policies.
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.
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.
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
Use Reusable Bags
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and can end up in habitats that harm wildlife. I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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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Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/30/2024 1:39 AMI join the ECo challenge to save the EARTH
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Anitha Arumugam 4/30/2024 2:19 AMNice
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Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/30/2024 1:24 AMEvery day action going on. sometime if any one didn't that action. they looking other points and then doing action -
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/26/2024 4:30 AMHighlights the intersection of conservation and behavior change. By focusing on daily actions and continuous learning, we aim to create a sustainable and just world, not just for humans but for all species and ecosystems we rely on.-
Lenka Karetkova 4/26/2024 4:35 AMnicely written :)
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Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:56 AMEcochallenge helps us to create change that is good for the planet. daily one time action -
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:19 AMHAPPY TO BE A PART OF LAST WEEK OF EARTH MONTH CHALLENGE 2024 -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Zero Waste DayWhat was hard about having a Zero Waste Day? What did you learn about yourself and your habits?
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:18 AMA zero waste lifestyle aims to reduce environmental impact by minimizing waste generation and sending as little waste as possible to landfills or incineration facilities. It involves reusing, recycling, and composting materials to keep them in circulation. -
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?
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:18 AMI discovered the beauty of DIY cleaning solutions made from natural ingredients like vinegar and baking soda. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Low Water GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:18 AMSome water concerns in India include:- Over-extraction of groundwater: India relies heavily on groundwater, which is being depleted at an alarming rate due to over-extraction for irrigation, industrial, and domestic use.
- Water pollution: Water pollution comes from many sources including pesticides and fertilizers that wash away from farms, untreated human wastewater, and industrial waste.
- Inadequate distribution
- Lack of proper water management
- Climate change: Changing rainfall patterns, including droughts, can have a big impact on water availability. Flooding can worsen water quality. Stronger storms can damage infrastructure.
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Rossella Mimmi 4/24/2024 5:19 AMWater is essential, we must learn to not waste it!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Stay on the GroundWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:17 AMHere are some tips for restructuring a trip:- Consider alternatives
- For nearby destinations, consider taking a train, bus, or road trip. Driving with family may be more eco-friendly than flying solo.
- Plan ahead
- Book early, leave early, and allow extra time at the airport. Arrive at least 90 minutes before your flight, even if it's only an hour long.
- Avoid connecting flights
- If you do have a connecting flight, try to have at least two hours between flights.
- Choose your travel times
- Some say the best time to depart is between 10 AM and 2 PM, Tuesday through Thursday.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Choose Renewable EnergyIf you are already signed up for your utility's renewable option, what other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage? If your company doesn't offer a renewable option, were they open to your request of this in the future?
Kavitha Kavitha.k 4/24/2024 5:17 AMHere are some ways to reduce electricity usage even if you are already signed up for your utility's renewable option:- Use energy-efficient appliances: Replace old appliances with energy-efficient ones
- Unplug electronics: Unplug electronics when not in use, such as televisions, game consoles, and standby coffee makers
- Use LED lighting: LED light bulbs use up to 80% less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs and last up to 25 times longer
- Use natural light: Make the best use of solar radiation
- Turn down your thermostat: One of the most effective ways to cut your energy usage
- Hang dry your clothes: Instead of using your dryer
- Wash your clothes in cold water: When possible
- Use your toaster oven: Instead of a regular oven
- Dress for the weather: Adjust your day to day behaviors