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Amirtharaj Asaithambi

Emerson MEA - Central Region (Abu Dhabi)

"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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participant impact

  • UP TO
    1.0
    water collection system
    installed
  • UP TO
    600
    gallons of water
    saved
  • UP TO
    121
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    2.0
    donations
    made
  • UP TO
    1,534
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    3.0
    sharing economies
    explored
  • UP TO
    1.0
    public official or leader
    contacted
  • UP TO
    5.0
    ideas
    shared
  • UP TO
    5.0
    hours
    volunteered
  • UP TO
    3.0
    community events
    hosted or attended
  • UP TO
    3.0
    advocacy actions
    completed
  • UP TO
    47
    steps taken
    to protect pollinators
  • UP TO
    140
    minutes
    spent 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!

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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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!

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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?


  • Amirtharaj Asaithambi's avatar
    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

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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's avatar
      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

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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

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    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

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      Lito Ramos 4/27/2025 10:41 AM
      • Exercise Lover 🤸
      • 17-DAY STREAK
      Going great—small changes making a big difference!

    • Arunkumar Ayyalusamy's avatar
      Arunkumar Ayyalusamy 4/27/2025 10:20 AM
      Preparing your own compost for gardening is so satisfying and rewarding. Enjoy.

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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's avatar
      Prachi Menghar 4/26/2025 7:45 AM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • Plant Parent 🪴
      • 13-DAY STREAK
      great thought and thanks for sharing

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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

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    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

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    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

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    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