Oana Lungu
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 776 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO21plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO16plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO660minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO195minutesspent learning
Oana's actions
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
Reduce Animal Products
One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day this week.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hours in my community.
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.
Freshwater + Oceans
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
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 5 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
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 QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Use a Reusable Water BottleWhat did you learn about the amount of plastic we consume and what actions will you take to reduce your use of plastic?
Oana Lungu 4/22/2024 1:24 AMIn my recent travels, I noticed that at global level we are using a significant amount of plastic in multiple situations. As end consumers we can reduce, recycle and reuse items but we should also lobby and advocate for bigger initiatives led by the governments and corporations to minimize the plastic use at the source. What are your thoughts on this? -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Cooking Oil DisposalDid anything about this action surprise you? Do you use more or less oil than you thought?
Oana Lungu 4/09/2024 8:00 AMI use less oil for quite a while now and the one used I get it recycled via MOL gas station but I recall there are other centers in Cluj. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
Oana Lungu 4/09/2024 7:58 AMThis weekend I planted multiple flowers seeds and young plants that are good for the bees. Most of the seeds have "Bee" marked on the package. Fingers crossed to germinate and bloom-
Oana Lungu 4/09/2024 11:52 PMYou can find them in Hornbach, seeds from FloraSel or Kiepenkerl -
Iulia Stoenica 4/09/2024 10:13 PMWhere did you get them? I mean the packages with the "Bee" on it -
Stefana Fabian 4/09/2024 9:14 AMThis is so nice! Fingers crossed for them to bloom soon.
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Oana Lungu 4/04/2024 10:42 AMSolar panels in action. Glad that we could finally have this implemented at our home. -
Oana Lungu 4/03/2024 12:43 AM
Disposable bottle at the office everytime.-
Andreea Wolanski 4/03/2024 4:35 AMMe too! -
🌿 Ana Maria Jeflea 4/03/2024 3:22 AMNice :)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Say No to Plastic StrawsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
Oana Lungu 4/03/2024 12:40 AMI have a silicone reusable straw but you can always choose paper, metal or bamboo straws.-
Alexander König 4/03/2024 1:19 AMI like this! We also have these re-usable ones which can be cleaned in the dishwasher. Btw., we also have some made out of glass. They are very robust and nice thing is that they are transparent!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests 30 for 30 in NatureWhat have you noticed about how it feels to spend consistent time outside?
Oana Lungu 4/01/2024 6:03 AMIt's a real boost of energy to walk, hike, garden or do sports, whatever suits you as long as it is outdoor. I also try to practice mindfulness during this time and focus on the smell of grass, the wind or the beautiful architecture of historical buildings