Amirtharaj Asaithambi
"To inspire and drive innovative, eco-conscious solutions within Emerson, cultivating a culture of sustainability through collaborative challenges and measurable environmental impact."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 2,020 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0water collection systeminstalled
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UP TO600gallons of watersaved
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UP TO121more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO2.0donationsmade
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UP TO1,534minutesspent exercising
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UP TO3.0sharing economiesexplored
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO5.0ideasshared
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO3.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO3.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO47steps takento protect pollinators
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UP TO140minutesspent learning
Amirtharaj's actions
Share My Why
Share My Why
I will share my Ecochallenge story and why I'm taking action for the planet — and earn 15 points!
Share My Why
Take the Earth Month Ecochallenge Feedback Survey
I will take a short survey about my experience to help the Ecochallenge team improve future events, earn a chance to win a prize, and earn 15 points!
Wildlife
Learn about Native Species
The world is full of unique species that all play an important role in nature. I will spend 20 minutes learning what the native plants and wildlife are in my region.
Sustainable Innovation
Invest in the Future of Sustainability
Sustainable investments shape a greener future. I will research and invest in companies, funds, or projects that supports sustainability, such as renewable energy, green tech, or sustainable practices. I will share more about who I supported with others on social media or in the Ecochallenge feed.
Land, Water, and Air
Take Shorter Showers
Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!
Land, Water, and Air
Collect Rain Water
Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 3 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
Empowering the Next Generation
Support a Youth-Led Project
Youth-led projects drive innovation and change. I will support youth-led environmental projects by offering time, resources, or encouragement and share how I supported youth on the Ecochallenge feed.
Health and Well-Being
Exercise Daily
Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 30 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
Health and Well-Being
Enjoy Fruits and Veggies
Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.
Wildlife
Learn to be a Responsible Tourist
Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 5 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.
Land, Water, and Air
Join a Cleanup Effort
Working together to clean up public spaces helps the environment and builds community. I will participate in 2 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.
Wildlife
Protect Pollinators with a Plant or Mini-Habitat
Pollinators need a little help from their friends like us! I will take 5 steps to protect pollinators, such as planting a pollinator-friendly plant, installing a pollinator hotel, or by leaving leaf litter for pollinators to call home.
Community and Connection
Visit or Learn About a Culturally Significant Site Near Me
Sites of cultural and spiritual significance hold deep meaning for many communities, particularly Indigenous peoples. I will learn about or visit a site near me that is significant to the history, culture, or environment of the area. I will approach my visit with respect by researching its importance and guidelines beforehand, reflecting on how we can preserve these spaces for future generations.
Community and Connection
Host a Gathering
Bringing people together helps strengthen bonds. I will organize and host a gathering, such as a potluck, coffee meet up, or shared meal, for friends, family, colleagues, or neighbors to foster connection and community spirit.
Community and Connection
Share Information about Local Resources
Knowledge of local resources helps communities thrive. I will learn about local resources, especially mutual aid groups, and share them with others on social media, in conversations, or in other ways that help spread the word.
Community and Connection
Offer a Skill or Service
Sharing our talents can benefit those around us. I will offer my skills or services to support my community, such as helping someone with a task, tutoring, repairing something, or volunteering my expertise.
Wildlife
Plant (or Adopt) a Plant
Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to the feed.
Community and Connection
Swap and Share with Others
Swapping and sharing resources reduces waste and builds community bonds. I will participate in 3 swaps or sharing activities, like borrowing items, attending or hosting a swap meet, or giving away items I no longer need to support a sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
Wildlife
Donate to Support Wildlife
There are many amazing projects supporting wildlife and their habitats. I will choose a project or organization to support that helps species and habitats I care about and make a donation.
Health and Well-Being
Prepare for Extreme Weather
Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.
Empowering the Next Generation
Host a Bio-blitz
A bio-blitz helps youth engage with local biodiversity. I will organize or participate in a bio-blitz with young people to identify and document the plants, animals, and insects in our area.
Sustainable Innovation
Donate to or Support Low-Income Solar Initiatives
Clean energy should be accessible to all. I will support, donate, or volunteer to help programs that bring solar energy to low-income communities, helping create a more equitable and sustainable future.
Sustainable Innovation
Support Resilient Powergrids
A community can be brought to its knees without dependable power, often affecting the most vulnerable. I will write 2 letters or emails per day to a public official or company to advocate for a more resilient power grid (e.g. microgrids, solar storage).
Sustainable Innovation
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
When companies and governments make large-scale changes to their products and practices, it makes sustainability more accessible to the masses, in turn creating further demand for sustainable products, and the cycle continues. I will advocate for improved, sustainable food packaging through petitions, letters, or by supporting brands that prioritize eco-friendly packaging - and share my advocacy actions on the feed.
Sustainable Innovation
Support a Crowdfunded Sustainability Innovation
Small contributions can drive big ideas. I will support a crowdfunded sustainability project to help bring innovative, eco-friendly solutions to life and share the project on social media or on the Ecochallenge feed.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/30/2025 12:26 AM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
It's the final day of Ecochallenge 2025, Dubai! 🎉 Let's finish strong and celebrate the collective impact we've made. Every small action, every shared tip, every conscious choice has contributed to a greener path forward. Today, I'm renewing my commitment to reducing food waste and supporting local biodiversity. Share your final #EcoCommitment and let's keep the momentum going! #EcoChallenge2025 #DubaiGoesGreen #FinalPush #SustainableFuture #MakeItLast-
Manu Radhakrishnan 4/30/2025 12:28 AM- Climate Advocate 🌱
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/28/2025 10:09 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
I'm taking a moment to simply observe the natural world around me – the birdsong, the budding leaves. Connecting with nature reminds us what we're working to protect. Share your #NatureConnection! #EcoChallenge2025 #UAENature #ObserveAndProtect #MindfulMoment-
Mahmoud Hussien 4/28/2025 11:13 PM- Exercise Lover 🤸
Beautifully said. Sometimes the simplest moments in nature offer the deepest clarity. A powerful reminder of why protecting our environment truly matters.
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/27/2025 11:14 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Let's imagine we're all tiny superheroes with the power to make a difference! What's your "superpower" for sustainability today? Mine is refusing single-use plastic like it's kryptonite! 💪 Share your eco-superpower! #EcoChallenge2025 #SustainableSuperhero #MakeADifference #PlanetProtectors-
Jenish Arulda 4/28/2025 12:40 PM- Parent 🐻
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/27/2025 11:11 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Let's imagine we're all tiny superheroes with the power to make a difference! What's your "superpower" for sustainability today? Mine is refusing single-use plastic like it's kryptonite! 💪 Share your eco-superpower! #EcoChallenge2025 #SustainableSuperhero #MakeADifference #PlanetProtectors -
Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/27/2025 9:20 AM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
I'm learning about composting practices I can implement even in my apartment to reduce waste and create "black gold" for future greening efforts, wherever I might be. Let's nurture our soil! #SaveSoil #ThanjavurPride #EcoChallenge2025 #Compost-
Lito Ramos 4/27/2025 10:41 AM- Exercise Lover 🤸
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Arunkumar Ayyalusamy 4/27/2025 10:20 AM
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/26/2025 7:41 AM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Today for Ecochallenge 2025, I'm focusing on supporting local, sustainable agriculture here in the UAE. Choosing locally grown produce reduces transport emissions and supports our farmers. Share your #UAEFarmFresh! #EcoChallenge2025 #ThanjavurToDubai #SupportLocal #SustainableFood-
Prachi Menghar 4/26/2025 7:45 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 13-DAY STREAK
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Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/25/2025 12:20 AM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Thinking of the vibrant colors of Thanjavur's harvest festivals today. For Ecochallenge 2025, I'm bringing that appreciation for nature into my day by choosing to walk instead of drive for short errands. Small steps for a greener world, wherever we are! What's your #SustainableStep today? #EcoChallenge2025 #ThanjavurSpirit #WalkMore -
Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/24/2025 2:51 AM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Even miles away from the fertile fields of Thanjavur, the spirit of nurturing the earth stays strong. Today for Ecochallenge 2025, I'm focusing on reducing my water usage, remembering how precious every drop is for our farmers back home. What's one small way you're conserving water today? Share your #WaterWiseAction! #EcoChallenge2025 #ThanjavurRoots #SustainableLiving -
Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/22/2025 6:55 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Today, I'm focusing on reducing food waste by planning my meals carefully and using up leftovers creatively. Every little bit saved helps our planet. #SustainableKitchen! #EcoChallenge2025 #FoodWasteAction #ReduceReuseRecycle -
Amirtharaj Asaithambi 4/21/2025 11:10 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
Good morning from Muscat! As the sun rises on a new day of Ecochallenge 2025, let's think about our local environment. Today, I'm making an effort to learn about one native Omani plant and its traditional uses. Connecting with our local biodiversity is key to protecting it. What's a local environmental fact you appreciate today? Share your #OmanNature! #EcoChallenge2025 #LocalBiodiversity #OmanSustainability #NatureAppreciation