Rupali Kharate
"To help ensure a healthy environment for current & future generations"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,465 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO404milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO404milestraveled by bus
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UP TO3,711pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO180plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO129plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
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UP TO2,350minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO225minutesspent learning
Rupali's actions
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.
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
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.
Action Track: Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hours in my community.
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 10 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
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
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.
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
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.
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.).
Climate + Air
Use Public Transit
Public transportation reduces pollution, improves community, and creates safe streets. I will use public transit 10 miles per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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.
Freshwater + Oceans
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 10 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.
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
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
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
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
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
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 10 minutes each day learning about the current status of local or global wildlife and how I can align my actions to support their livelihood.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 10 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
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
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
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.
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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Rupali Kharate 4/29/2024 10:58 PMFinally at the last day of EcoChallange but this month has been beginning of sustainable life for me. Thanks to this challenge for helping me adding healthy & sustainable habits which will help me & my surrounding for long go.
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Rupali Kharate 4/28/2024 7:26 AMDuring the summer months it's important to remember the importance of staying hydrated - this applies to birds as well as humans! Keep little pot of water wherever possible.-
Swati Jain 4/29/2024 10:03 PMagree
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Rupali Kharate 4/26/2024 8:14 AMDay 26, Ecochallege is getting stronger day by day....-
Raissa Fermin 4/26/2024 8:16 AMWe’re almost at the finish line. We can do it.
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Rupali Kharate 4/24/2024 10:13 AMRecently, the UN issued The Sustainable Development Goals as its main aims for the successful achievement of a better and more sustainable future. They address global challenges to sustainability. The 17 Goals include sustainable economic growth, no poverty, zero hunger, clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, and responsible consumption and production, and it is hoped that they will be reached by 2030.-
Swati Jain 4/29/2024 10:03 PMgreat
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Rupali Kharate 4/23/2024 10:24 AMNow it has become daily habit to check in with my daily completed action, I have decided to continue it even after completion of this ecochallenge.-
Krishna Reddy 4/25/2024 10:30 AMEven me too wanted to follow this.. -
Anna Marie Angeles 4/23/2024 10:27 AMme too! adopting these daily habits could set us on a better path to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
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Rupali Kharate 4/22/2024 10:00 AMWorld Earth Day falls on April 22. It reminds us of the importance of environment conservation. Know its date, theme, history, and more. World Earth Day 2024: Earth Day is an annual event observed across the globe to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
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Rupali Kharate 4/21/2024 8:34 AMSay no to plastic
#SaveEarth
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Crizza Jamaica Bustamante Dieza 4/21/2024 8:46 AMAgree!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Sustainability Lunch and LearnWho did you engage in your lunch and learn? What resources did you use? How did it go and what did you learn?
Rupali Kharate 4/21/2024 8:29 AMMotive of sustainability lunch & why it is so important for our future. -
Rupali Kharate 4/20/2024 10:34 AMSocial sustainability About making sure that communities and societies can thrive and continue to exist in a healthy, fair, and equal way. It focuses on improving people's quality of life, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring everyone has the chance to fulfill their potential. This encompasses many factors, including human rights, labor practices, community development, diversity and inclusion, and social equity -
Rupali Kharate 4/19/2024 10:33 AMThe Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to transform our world. They are a call to action to end poverty and inequality, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy health, justice and prosperity. It is critical that no one is left behind.-
Paige Morse 4/19/2024 10:59 AMI agree that the UN SDGs can be transformative. I like that they integrate so many important aspects of sustainability, and go well beyond profits as business targets. I wear this pin often at industry events.
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