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Pierre Bourgeade

Alliance Blue Team

"Vent dans le Midwest, je marche le long des petites cotes, une carpe s'agite mollement dans la Missouri river."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 40 THIS WEEK
  • 750 TOTAL

participant impact

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    3.0
    new places
    explored
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    1.0
    carbon footprint
    calculated
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    1.0
    energy audit
    conducted
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    1.0
    water footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    105
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    3.0
    local or diverse businesses
    supported
  • UP TO
    275
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    150
    minutes
    spent learning

Pierre's actions

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!

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Conduct a Home Energy Audit

Reducing energy use helps protect the air and climate. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy and reduce pollution.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Learn About Water Justice

Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 60 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Empowering the Next Generation

Enjoy the Environment with Youth

Experiencing nature together builds appreciation and connection. I will spend 60 minutes enjoying an outdoor activity with a young person, such as hiking, visiting a park or nature center, or exploring a trail.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Land, Water, and Air

Calculate My Carbon Impact

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Support Local Businesses

Supporting local businesses helps keep communities vibrant and resilient. I will choose to shop at 3 local businesses or restaurants, with a focus on businesses owned by people of color, local farmers, or community members.

COMPLETED 2
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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Empowering the Next Generation

Learn about a Young Leader

Young people are making a big impact on the world. I will spend 60 minutes learning about a young leader working on environmental or social justice issues to get inspired and share their story on social media or the Ecochallenge feed.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Community and Connection

Attend a Local Event

Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend 2 community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Explore My Area

Discovering what’s nearby fosters a deeper connection to my community. I will explore 3 new places in my area, such as parks, historical sites, or local businesses.

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 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Enjoy the Outdoors for 30 Minutes

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, then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Community and Connection

Invite a coworker to join Ecochallenge

As a team, we can accomplish so much more, so let's grow our ATG team of Ecochallengers!

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?


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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/21/2025 6:07 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    My son found a piece of wasp nest in the park, we talked about the importance of insects, bees, birds, plants in the ecosystem.

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/21/2025 5:59 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Another day of Spring to enjoy the Missouri River with my family.

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/20/2025 8:56 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Lefteris has co-founded Enaleia, the first fishing school in Greece and 2 wide-scale plastic clean-ups. They are currently removing more than 1.5 tons of marine plastic weekly, and 10 tons of discarded fishing gear per year.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community and Connection
    What did you learn about the businesses or owners you supported? How does shopping locally contribute to a more vibrant and resilient community?

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/19/2025 8:37 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    More personal, better products and no need to go far!

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/18/2025 7:50 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Welcome to our new Blue team members from the USA and Canada! Earth day is this coming week, an opportunity to take some actions! Let's go Blues! Allez les Bleus!

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/16/2025 8:23 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Half-way through the Eco challenge, we are in third place after the green and red Alliance teams. Earth day is coming up next week on April 22, so let's plan more actions Blue Team!!!

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/16/2025 7:50 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Perfect day of spring with my son to be outside. This evening, he created a beautiful mineral arrangement with stone and spiky balls from an american sweet gum!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community and Connection
    What did you learn about the sacred site’s history and significance? Why are these sites important to protect, support, and understand?

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/16/2025 7:35 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    The Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum brings the journey of 1803-06 to life at the riverfront in historic St. Charles. 220 years later, I am trying to imagine how was the river and nature at that tim
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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/15/2025 7:38 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Bike ride after work along the Missouri river, it stimulates the body and the spirit!

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    Pierre Bourgeade 4/13/2025 8:24 PM
    • Earth Advocate 📣
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Each year, Young Champions of the Earth are selected, one from each global region: Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, West Asia and two from Asia and the Pacific. Each winner receives:

    1. Mentorship, capacity building workshops and access to a UN community of experts
    2. An introduction to dignitaries at the Young Champions of the Earth award ceremony
    3. Publicity and recognition through interviews and online and global media
    4. US$20,000 in seed-funding

    The Young Champions of the Earth are required to share their journeys through videos and blogs on this website for up to one year.