Maria Margin
"Let's Go! Greener!!!!"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,351 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO15poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO1.0Carbon FootprintCalculated
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UP TO31pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO659pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO144single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO740gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO22treesplanted
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UP TO481minutesspent learning
Maria's actions
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.
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.
Freshwater + Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
We need to support healthy seafood populations. I will spend 60 minutes learning about sustainable seafood choices, commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean, and share what I learned on the feed.
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 60 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
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.
Action Track: Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 3 hours in my community.
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
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
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
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
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
Weekly Meal Planning
One third of all food produced worldwide is wasted, and so is the energy it takes to produce and transport that food. I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need and eating what I planned each day.
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.
Climate + Air
Low Carbon Diet
Carbon is emitted into the atmosphere in a variety of ways, including through the foods we eat and food we waste. I will learn about low carbon foods and replace higher carbon foods with them in my diet.
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.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 60 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.
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.
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 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.
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
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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Maria Margin 4/29/2024 9:53 PMToday is the last day of the challenge, but our actions should not stop here. We need to continue in the same manner to leave a healthy legacy for the next generations. Let's Go! Greener!-
Maia Arsin 4/29/2024 10:26 PMCorrect! -
Mirasol Mangilit 4/29/2024 9:55 PMAgree
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Personal Waste AuditWhat are the results of your waste audit and what did you learn? How can you reduce your waste going forward?
Maria Margin 4/26/2024 9:25 PMDesi planific mesele pentru fiecare zi, numarul 1 este mancarea aruncata, ceea ce ma determina sa reduc cantitatea de mancare gatita pentru 1 fel. Pe locul 2 sunt ambalajele cumparaturilor, si urmarea va fi o atentie sporita la cumparaturi in eliminarea ambalajelor. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Join a Cleanup EffortHow does working with others to clean up your community make you feel? What results did you see? Please consider posting a photo of your cleanup!
Maria Margin 4/26/2024 8:06 AMI felt extraordinary and I made new friends. We filled a full car ... The picture will come... -
Maria Margin 4/26/2024 2:41 AMWhen you don't know what to eat, choose smart and consider below information:
More info can be found here:
https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/science/climate-issues/food
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Maria Margin 4/25/2024 4:34 AMwe have 5 remining days folks, let's keep up the focus!!! -
Maria Margin 4/22/2024 7:24 AMWhat other sustainable activities , have you tried with your kids?
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Maria Margin 4/25/2024 4:47 AMthank you! -
Nicoleta Lupoaie 4/23/2024 12:18 AMEngaging kids in sustainable activities not only teaches them about the importance of environmental stewardship but also fosters a sense of responsibility towards the planet. Here are some sustainable activities for kids:
1. **Gardening**: Encourage kids to plant and care for their own fruits, vegetables, or flowers. It teaches them about the lifecycle of plants, the importance of soil health, and the benefits of growing their own food.
2. **Recycling and Waste Reduction**: Teach kids about recycling by sorting household waste into different bins for recycling, composting, and landfill. Get them involved in repurposing materials for crafts or donating items they no longer need.
3. **Nature Walks and Cleanups**: Take kids on nature walks to explore local parks, beaches, or trails. Bring along gloves and trash bags for a cleanup activity, teaching them about the importance of keeping natural spaces clean and protecting wildlife habitats.
4. **Energy Conservation**: Involve kids in energy-saving practices at home, such as turning off lights and appliances when not in use, using energy-efficient light bulbs, and reducing water consumption. Make it a fun challenge to see how much energy they can save each month.
5. **Upcycling Crafts**: Encourage creativity by engaging kids in upcycling crafts using materials such as cardboard, paper, and plastic bottles. Turn old t-shirts into tote bags, create artwork from recycled materials, or make bird feeders from empty containers.
6. **Sustainable Eating**: Teach kids about the importance of sustainable food choices by cooking meals together using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Involve them in meal planning, grocery shopping, and gardening to learn about where their food comes from.
7. **Environmental Education**: Watch documentaries or read books about environmental issues with kids to help them understand concepts such as climate change, biodiversity, and conservation. Visit museums, aquariums, or nature centers for hands-on learning experiences.
8. **Community Volunteering**: Get involved in community-based sustainability projects or volunteer opportunities with kids, such as tree planting events, community gardens, or river cleanups. It instills a sense of civic duty and responsibility towards the environment.
9. **Reduce Plastic Use**: Encourage kids to reduce their use of single-use plastics by using reusable water bottles, lunch containers, and shopping bags. Teach them about the environmental impact of plastic pollution and the importance of making eco-friendly choices.
10. **Outdoor Play and Exploration**: Foster a love for nature by encouraging kids to spend time outdoors, exploring natural environments, and engaging in unstructured play. Allow them to connect with the natural world and appreciate its beauty and diversity.
By incorporating these sustainable activities into their lives, kids can develop lifelong habits of environmental stewardship and become advocates for a more sustainable future.
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Maria Margin 4/21/2024 11:15 AMExcelent progress so far... When being in park with the kids I discussed with them aboit importance of letting the playground area clean as they found it.-
Nicoleta Lupoaie 4/23/2024 12:30 AMNice -
Ionut Cadar 4/22/2024 12:26 AMGood work! -
Sorin Giurgi 4/21/2024 11:41 AMThis is a good example -
Marcel Blaschzyk 4/21/2024 11:32 AMNice
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Maria Margin 4/19/2024 9:37 PMFor people missing some days check-in : you can always check the past days bybselecting the date and completi g the actions..-
Ionut Cadar 4/20/2024 4:36 AMGood point Maria ❤️
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community 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?
Maria Margin 4/19/2024 9:34 PMI have missed the lunch organized in my group, but i have read in the learn more suggestions and there is one interesting phares which invited for redlection : "The last aspect of industrial thinking is the idea
of capitalism itself (which is always unpopular
to question in America). The capitalist goal is
to use the least labor, capital, and resources to
make the most profit. The intent of capitalism is
accumulation. So the capitalist’s method is always
to take more than is needed. With accumulation as
its core, industrial society practices conspicuous
consumption. Indigenous societies, on the other
hand, practice what I would call “conspicuous
distribution.” We focus on the potlatch — the act of
giving away. In fact, the more you give away, the
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Smart Seafood ChoicesMany states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?
Maria Margin 4/18/2024 2:11 AMAround my area there are some fish farms and they grow: trout, perch, salmon, chub and 2 of them are part of my diet. When I will buy from supermarket and not directly from the farms, I will make sure the fish is closed of my areas ad secondly it is MSC certified.-
Maria Margin 4/18/2024 7:06 AMThis is awesome, I was not aware we have this list available in our SharePoint.. Thanks for sharing!!! -
Iulia Stoenica 4/18/2024 5:07 AM -
Ionut Cadar 4/18/2024 4:54 AMBuying from local suppliers is a great way to support the local community but also to reduce the carbon footprint of our food. Way to go Maria!
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