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.
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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.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
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.
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Biodiversity + Wildlife
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 8 hours in my community.
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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.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
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.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
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.
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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.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Freshwater + Oceans
Dishwasher Efficiency
Hand washing dishes can use more energy and hot water than a dishwasher. To save water, I will use a dishwasher and scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading them into the dishwasher.
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DAILY ACTIONS
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 2 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
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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.
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REFLECTION
QUESTION
Biodiversity + WildlifeSeek Alternative Gifts and Souvenirs
How do your consumption choices affect the health of wildlife and other communities?
What a thoughtful and timeless gift, Andrea! 🎁🌳 A fig tree is not just a present for a year, but a legacy that will flourish and you'll enjoy for many seasons to come indeed. 🎉🌿
That's fantastic, Andrea! Sticking to your shopping list is such a powerful yet straightforward strategy for reducing food waste. 📝🌱 Not only does it help in making mindful choices about what we really need, but it also supports in minimizing impulse buys that might not get fully utilized. Plus, it’s an excellent way to save money and ensure that every purchase counts towards sustainability. Your commitment is truly inspiring, and a great reminder of how intentional actions can lead to significant environmental benefits. Keep up the great work!
Ioana Bontas-Pop 4/14/2024 2:05 AMWhat a thoughtful and timeless gift, Andrea! 🎁🌳 A fig tree is not just a present for a year, but a legacy that will flourish and you'll enjoy for many seasons to come indeed. 🎉🌿#GiftThatGrows #HappyHarvests
Ioana Blidarean 4/05/2024 7:25 AMWell done!
Raul Poias 4/05/2024 12:59 AMA great combination in one tool Andrea, congrats on saying no to Plastic Straws.
