Vanessa Illah Toling
"Let's step up and take meaningful actions towards a more sustainable, greener, healthier planet for generations to come."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 217 THIS WEEK
- 1,414 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO12poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO25pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO89plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO586gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO31advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO420minutesspent learning
Vanessa Illah's actions
Freshwater + Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
We need to support healthy seafood populations. I will spend 120 minutes learning about sustainable seafood choices, commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean, and share what I learned on the feed.
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
CULTIVATE INDOOR BIODIVERSITY
I will assess the conditions of our indoor space, including light levels, temperature, and humidity. I will choose plant species that thrive in our specific environment to ensure their long-term health and vitality.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 30 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.
Climate + Air
Online Energy Audit
Energy use and waste is often invisible. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
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.
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
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.
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
ATTEND THE EARTH MONTH WEBINAR ON BIODIVERSITY AND NATURE CONSERVATION
On Monday 1st April, I will attend the Earth Month: Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Webinar organized by the Emerson Manila Sustainability Team to learn why we should care about nature and biodiversity.
Freshwater + Oceans
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
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.
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.
Land + Forests
Carry My Trash
I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me this month, to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill. I will post on the feed my reflections, conversations, and actions I will take moving forward.
Land + Forests
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 30 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
Invest in Nature
A healthy world needs both our daily actions and support from larger systems. I will spend 60 minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
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
Consume only Needs vs Wants
The more stuff we consume, the more greenhouse gasses we put into the atmosphere. I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach this month and only buy things I need.
Freshwater + Oceans
Go Plastic-Free
Millions of tons of plastic is produced each year worldwide. Each day, I will conduct a plastics audit of what I buy and use throughout the challenge (kitchen, bathroom, personal care products, etc.), to see how single-use plastic shows up in my life. I will find plastic-free alternatives to these products and advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, product manufacturers, at work, or on campus.
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.
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 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?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/30/2024 3:33 AMThis made me realize how much waste I generate unconsciously. There are lots it items I no longer use and instead of letting them collect dust or end up in landfills, I'll explore options like donating or recycling them. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Zero Waste DayWhat was hard about having a Zero Waste Day? What did you learn about yourself and your habits?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/30/2024 3:27 AMThis challenge made me mindful of my consumption habits. With a little creativity and planning, we can reduce our waste output and make more sustainable choices.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Borrow Before I BuyHow did you participate in the sharing economy? (Consider posting a photo!) What are the benefits of a sharing economy? How could a sharing economy change the dynamics you have with friends, family and/or neighbors?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/30/2024 3:23 AMAs a kuripot, participating in the sharing economy has been a win-win. Borrowing tools from family and friends instead of buying reduces waste and saves us money. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and OceansWhat did you learn about freshwater and oceans you did not already know? In sharing this information with people in your life, which conversation was impactful to you?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/30/2024 3:15 AMI'm really passionate about marine conservation. Did you know that something as simple as avoiding plastic waste can make a huge difference? Let's keep our oceans clean and protect marine life! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Low Water GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 11:58 PMIn Bulacan, flooding on main roads is a significant concern that's why it is important to advocate for sustainable solutions. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Online Energy AuditWhere did you do an energy audit (work, home, school, other) and what did you learn?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 11:51 PMHome - discovering that certain appliances are energy vampires even when turned off has prompted me to unplug them when not in use. -
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 11:46 PMDay 30 of taking small actions for a greener tomorrow. 🌱 Let's celebrate this achievement, integrating all the sustainable habits we've learned into our daily lives. 🌍-
Shiella Mae Rose Escuadra 4/29/2024 11:48 PMLet's go!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 9:16 PMRealizing the amount of water I use for tasks like showering, laundry, and cooking has made me more aware of the need to reduce my water consumption. We can implement simple changes in our daily routine such as taking shorter showers, reusing of waters, collecting rainwater, and fixing leaky pipes and faucets promptly to prevent water wastage. -
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?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 8:59 PMWhile I enjoy seafood, I've realized that not all fish are sustainably sourced, and some may contain high levels of toxins or contaminants. We really have to be more mindful of the types of fish we consume and where they come from.-
Abhiraj Asokan 4/29/2024 9:01 PMI agree
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Endangered SpeciesWhat endangered species did you learn about and what did you learn?
Vanessa Illah Toling 4/29/2024 8:46 PMTarsiers - these tiny primates are threatened by habitat destruction and illegal pet trade, putting them at risk of disappearing from our forests. Seeing some tarsiers in Bohol and witnessing their vulnerability firsthand made me realize the urgency of protecting their habitat and raising awareness about their conservation.