Yashika Velayutham
"Empowering eco action for a greener tommorrow"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 109 THIS WEEK
- 1,128 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO168pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO159single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO16treesplanted
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UP TO1,715minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2,372minutesspent learning
Yashika'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.
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
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
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
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hours in my community.
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
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.).
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.
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
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 45 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.
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
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
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.
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.
Climate + Air
Declutter My Home Without the Landfill
Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.
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.
Land + Forests
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.
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 1 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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Yashika Velayutham 4/26/2024 10:11 AM
let's save some electricity!!!Turn off lights and appliances when you're not using them. Switch to energy-efficient bulbs and appliances—they're a big help! Unplug chargers and gadgets when they're done juicing up. And hey, how about using natural light during the day instead of flipping on the switch? Little changes like these can make a big difference in cutting down our electricity use and saving some cash too! -
Yashika Velayutham 4/25/2024 5:26 AM
" Remember to drink water" It's super important for keeping your body happy and healthy. Just grab a bottle and sip on it throughout the day. Oh, and if water's too boring, toss in some lemon or cucumber slices for flavor. Your body will thank you for it! And hey, watch out for signs like feeling tired or getting headaches, cause that might mean you need more water. Stay hydrated!!! -
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!
Yashika Velayutham 4/24/2024 3:15 AMCleaning up your community with others feels really good. It's like being part of a team that's making a difference. You feel happy knowing you're helping to make your neighborhood nicer for everyone.When we clean up, we see less trash lying around. It makes our streets and parks look better and safer. And when people see us cleaning up, it can inspire them to do the same. It's like a ripple effect of positivity spreading through the community. Unfortunately, I can't post a photo, but you can imagine a group of people smiling and working together to clean up their neighborhood.
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Yashika Velayutham 4/24/2024 3:12 AM
Walking is a great way to stay healthy. It's simple, free, and good for your body and mind. Plus, it's good for the environment because it doesn't produce any pollution like driving does.
So, next time you have the chance, why not take a walk?-
Edilyn Dulay 4/24/2024 3:14 AMAgree!
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Yashika Velayutham 4/24/2024 3:07 AM
Shopping local and organic is good for the environment and our communities. It cuts down on pollution from shipping stuff long distances and supports local businesses. Plus, going organic means fewer harmful chemicals in our food and surroundings, which is better for everyone's health.
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Majinajasmi Kunhalakath 4/24/2024 3:21 AMAgree
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Yashika Velayutham 4/22/2024 11:50 PM
"Buyerarchy" is a term that refers to a mindset or approach to consumption that prioritizes reducing, reusing, and repairing items before buying new ones. It emphasizes conscious consumption and minimizing waste.
It's a way to encourage more sustainable and mindful consumer behavior.-
Narmadha Baskaradoss 4/22/2024 11:52 PMInteresting
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community 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?
Yashika Velayutham 4/22/2024 11:43 PMI borrowed tools from my neighbors instead of buying them. It saved us all money and resources. In a sharing economy, we help each other out and build stronger communities. It's a win-win for everyone! -
Yashika Velayutham 4/21/2024 11:48 PMInteresting Doodle RIGHT!!!!
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Yashika Velayutham 4/21/2024 11:29 PM
Happy World Earth Day!
Today's theme, "Planet vs. Plastics," is all about tackling plastic pollution head-on. It's a big problem, but we can make a difference by doing simple things like using less plastic and recycling more.
Let's remember that every little action counts. Whether it's planting a tree or saying no to single-use plastics, we're all in this together.
So, let's roll up our sleeves and take action to protect our planet. Together, we can make a difference!
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Yashika Velayutham 4/18/2024 2:40 AM
Moderate consumption of black coffee has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions.