The Hawaiian blue rice coral may reveal important clues as to how some corals might weather climate change according to a team of scientists from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and the Smithsonian Institute. The coral produces a protein that not only imparts the deep blue color, but also acts as a natural sunscreen.
Kayalvizhi A
"For this Earth We Adore, LET'S ALL DO MORE!!"
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO0.2pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO10plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO2.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
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UP TO226minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO41minutesspent learning
Kayalvizhi's actions
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 5 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
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.
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.
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.
Land + Forests
Advocate for Forest Protection
Using my voice can help create a more sustainable and just world. I will contact 1 local, regional, or national decision makers to advocate for public policy that protects forests and improves their ability to sequester carbon and nourish biodiversity.
Climate + Air
Stay on the Ground
Carbon emissions from air travel is harmful to planetary and human health. Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
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
Share My "Why"
I will record a video to share why I am taking action this Earth Month, a sustainable swap I've made, and/or a local conservation effort in my area.
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.
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.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 30 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.
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
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
Forest-Friendly Foods
I will look for sustainable palm oil products with the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSP) label. I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation and opt for ones that help sustain healthy communities and forests.
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.
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
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hours in my community.
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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Kayalvizhi A 4/08/2024 10:29 AMWhy it’s important to conserve water ?
*to prepare for future draught
*to make water available for recreational purpose
*to preserve environment
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community 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?
Kayalvizhi A 4/08/2024 5:37 AMCoral produces its own sunscreen to protect against raising sea temperature !!
The Hawaiian blue rice coral may reveal important clues as to how some corals might weather climate change according to a team of scientists from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and the Smithsonian Institute. The coral produces a protein that not only imparts the deep blue color, but also acts as a natural sunscreen.
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Kayalvizhi A 4/06/2024 8:28 AMHere are the 10 ways in which u can start green initiative at work. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Reduce Pollutants in CleaningWhat did you learn about ingredients in our cleaning products and how they impact water and biodiversity? Did you try making your own cleaning products? If so, how did it go?
Kayalvizhi A 4/06/2024 8:23 AMHomemade Fabric SoftenerMix 10 drops of essential oil with 1 Litre of white vinegar. Use 1/3 Cup of this mixture per wash – just add it to the fabric softener compartment of the washing machine
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Sathish Mohanasundaram 4/06/2024 8:49 AMGood DIY option -
Antonia Moldovan 4/06/2024 8:45 AMThank you for sharing! I will give it a try :)
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Kayalvizhi A 4/05/2024 1:22 AMWe all know summer is at its peak, please place water bowls on your balcony,terrace or wherever safe and possible for birds and animals to drink water.-
Saravana Kumar K 4/06/2024 5:58 PMGreat initiative -
RAMESH KUMAR 4/05/2024 1:38 AMYes, we should. -
Ulrika Lindstrom 4/05/2024 1:33 AMI love seeing any initiative that is helping our wildlife. Thanks for posting about this! -
Mehala Subramaniam 4/05/2024 1:32 AMGood one... -
Priyadarshini Ramaswamy 4/05/2024 1:27 AMWonderful. Good one and really needed one for this Summer -
Anna Anamica 4/05/2024 1:24 AMThis is such a simple but effective idea.. simple but truly full of heart.. shows what being human means :)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
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Ulrika Lindstrom 4/05/2024 1:38 AMThis is not my creation (I wish it was!) but walking around Switzerland I am delighted to see so many of these apiaries / bee houses and that they are all "buzzing" with activity! :)
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Kayalvizhi A 4/03/2024 10:10 PM*Plastic pollution and marine litter have emerged as pressing environmental challenges of our time, impacting the health of our oceans and ecosystems.
*To mitigate these trends, urgent global action is required, including improved waste management, plastic reduction strategies, and enhanced international cooperation to safeguard the health and biodiversity of our planet-
Hariprasad Manivannan 4/04/2024 1:33 AMTrue ! Necessary action we have to take.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
Kayalvizhi A 4/03/2024 9:48 PMTrees appear to have the greatest influence on people’s mental health also gives pleasant experience for many individuals, allowing them to quiet their minds and decompress from the worries of everyday life. Let’s see the theories on how trees heal mind:
1)One theory is that trees emit phytoncides, which are chemicals that trees release into the air to protect themselves from insects and other predators. When we breathe in these chemicals, they have a positive impact on our mood and immune system.
2)Another theory is that the visual appeal of trees, with their intricate shapes and changing colors, has a calming effect on our minds. Whatever the reason, it’s clear that spending time around trees can have a powerful healing effect on our mental health. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Carry My TrashThis is no small task! What was eye-opening to you throughout this action? How will you change your actions going forward to reduce the waste you produce?
Kayalvizhi A 4/03/2024 9:30 AMThe 3 'R'SReduce, Reuse, Recycle – these three 'R' words are an important part of sustainable living, as they help to cut down on the amount of waste we have to throw away.