

Janice Blanco
"Making a difference one small action at a time"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 534 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO600gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO3.0itemsrepaired
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO465minutesspent learning
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UP TO33sustainable seafood mealsconsumed
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UP TO5.0treesplanted
Janice's actions
Health & Equity
Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace
SDG 3, 5, 10, 16
I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG 9
I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.
Climate & Ecosystems
Choose Sustainable Seafood Options
SDG 14
Using Seafood Watch's list, I will enjoy 1 sustainable seafood meals each day.
Climate & Ecosystems
Watch a Documentary About Climate Change or Nature
SDG 13, 14, 15
I will watch 3 documentaries about climate change.
Climate & Ecosystems
TAKE PICTURES AND SHARE ON LINKEDIN
I will take at least one photograph that shows how sustainability / the energy transition already shows up in my daily life (e.g., electric vehicles, paper packaging…), and I will post it on LinkedIn with the hashtags #EarthMonthEcochallenge #EarthMonthAtEmerson.
Climate & Ecosystems
Attend Emerson's Global Earth Week Webinar
On Wed 19th April, I will attend Emerson's Global Earth Week Webinar to learn about the importance of individual action in our collective journey to sustainability.
Climate & Ecosystems
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.
Climate & Ecosystems
TAKE EMERSON'S SUSTAINABILITY TRAINING
I will take at least one of the Emerson Global Environmental Sustainability Training modules available on the Global Learning Center to learn more about this important topic for the company.
Climate & Ecosystems
Plant a Tree
SDG 15
On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 2 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Economy & Communities
Online Energy Audit
SDG 7
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG 6
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Economy & Communities
Carry My Trash
SDG 12
I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me each day to raise my awareness of how much waste I produce.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 30 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Economy & Communities
Choose LED Bulbs
SDG 7
I will replace 3 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Education & Livelihood
Sign up to Emerson's Sustainability Aficionados
SIGN UP to our Sustainability Aficionados distribution list to remain up to date with the latest news and trends.
Education & Livelihood
Share Your Eco Habits
SDG 11
Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.
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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Janice Blanco 4/28/2023 3:06 AMI joined this challenge to further my knowledge in sustainability. I am a believer in trying out things outside your comfort zone will allow growth and spread motivation and inspiration to your family and community.-
Villacer Ceredon 4/28/2023 4:50 AM:)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Take 5-Minute Or Less ShowersWith 5-minute or less showers reducing your water footprint, what do you plan to add next to your water conservation habits?
Janice Blanco 4/27/2023 8:15 PMThis is the 2nd week of cold showers. Aside from limiting the time, I also refrain using water heater to help conserve electrivity-
Janet Serrano 4/28/2023 8:20 AMSame! -
Christine Arias 4/28/2023 1:15 AMSame here, Ms Janice :)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Share Your Eco HabitsHow do you create new sustainability-related habits or change bad habits?
Janice Blanco 4/25/2023 10:32 PMI shared how we donate our plastics, tetra packs and used paper to BEST which is a recycling facility nearest our area. It is great to share best practices within the household.-
Villacer Ceredon 4/26/2023 4:47 PMThanks for being a climate hero
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Online Energy AuditWhat most interested or surprised you about your energy audit?
Janice Blanco 4/25/2023 10:30 PMI noticed that most of the time, we left appliances plugged when we leave the room. We committed to unplug these and ensure we have regular checking