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Caroline Bruns

Deloitte Cincinnati

"Let's make planet Earth our church and protecting it our religion."

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Caroline's actions

Education & Livelihood

Research Impact Investing

SDG 8

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

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Health & Equity

Track My Purchases

SDG 10

Each day, I will track my purchases to identify my spending habits. This will allow me to see what purchases can be reduced.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Education & Livelihood

Introduction to Small Scale Composting

Join the Cincinnati Green Team for a presentation on an introduction to small scale composting on April 18th from 1:00-2:00 PM in room 02N032.

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Education & Livelihood

Plan A Staycation in Your Community

SDG 11

For an upcoming vacation, I will spend 45 minutes planning out a staycation in my region. For reference, one several hour flight releases the equivalent of nearly 14% of the annual emissions from a car.

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Education & Livelihood

Stay on the Ground

SDG 11

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally). As an example, a plane from New York to Los Angeles (~2,450 miles) generates about 65 tons of carbon dioxide.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Organize a Book Club

SDG 4

I will organize a book club to read about climate change and sustainability.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Watch a Documentary About Education or Work

SDG 4

I will watch 1 documentaries about education or work.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Host or Join a Cleanup Event

SDG 11, 17

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Watch a Documentary About Food, Water, or Basic Needs

SDG 6

I will watch 2 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Volunteer in My Community

SDG 1

I will volunteer 10 hours in my community.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Support Local Pollinators

SDG 15

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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 1 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Spend Time Outside

SDG 3

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Practice Mindfulness

SDG 3

I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Make Cleaning Products

SDG 3

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG 9

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Know Your Produce

SDG 2

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

WORLDCLIMATE eLEARNING

Complete the Deloitte WORLDCLIMATE eLEARNING found within the "Learn More" drop-down menu.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Watch a Documentary About Climate Change or Nature

SDG 13, 14, 15

I will watch 1 documentaries about climate change.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Donate Food

SDG 3, 10

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Advocate for Water Habitat!

SDG 14

I will make 5 phone calls and/or send 10 emails to public officials to advocate for water habitat protection and clean up in my region.

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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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Basic Needs & Security Volunteer in My Community
    What was one of your most memorable volunteer experiences, and why? What would you like to volunteer for next, and why?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/30/2023 2:13 PM
    I volunteered in my local community to help “spring clean” old folks yards. It was an amazing experience, and they were all so thankful. In the future, I would love to continue this or move to more animal-based volunteer opportunities.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems Advocate for Water Habitat!
    Why is water habitat important to you?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/29/2023 4:23 PM
    The water habitat has always been important to me, as I frequently played in my neighborhood creeks in the summer. After the train derailment in Ohio, I have been especially cognizant of how water impacts every aspect of my life and how I can do a small part to improve it!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Basic Needs & Security Watch a Documentary About Food, Water, or Basic Needs
    What did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/28/2023 11:26 AM
    I watched two older films on food, Food Inc. and Super Size me. They both focused on how what we eat makes a huge impact on our energy, and our mental wellbeing. I thought it would be interesting to watch these two documentaries, as I am an avid listener of a podcast on how food can counterbalance hormones (including those that impact anxiety and depression). I thought they were both real, raw representations of choices that we shouldn't (and should) make when it came to fueling our body in the best way for ourselves and the earth.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Stay on the Ground
    What was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/28/2023 9:09 AM
    I am traveling to Pittsburgh, PA for a friend's graduation and was thinking of flying but decided it would best to drive. My car is incredibly fuel efficient, and the drive isn't too long, so it just made the most sense. I took the environmental impact into my decision as well, and I am hoping it pays off (even if it is in a small way).

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems Support Local Pollinators
    Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/28/2023 9:04 AM
    Pollinators are the base of our society -- they support the growth of everything around us. My favorite pollinator is a bumble bee, which I actively support. I have a large, wooded backyard, and I have chosen to plant wildflower seeds in the sunny spots. I have already seen a lot of growth and an influx of pollinators in my backyard :)
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Plan A Staycation in Your Community
    What place in your region are you most excited to visit during your staycation?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/26/2023 5:47 AM
    I planned a staycation with some of my best friends; we are all in the Midwest, but very far north and south. I recommended we meet up in Columbus, OH because it was an easy drive for all of my group instead of doing a further weekend outing. It was very fun, and it definitely was better than the environment than flying somewhere for a weekend to meet up!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Host or Join a Cleanup Event
    How does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/22/2023 1:36 PM
    My home backs up to a busy road, and this weekend I went out and picked up all of the trash from mine and my neighbors back yards. All of the trash that I picked up could have easily waited to be thrown out until the driver/passenger reached home.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Organize a Book Club
    What book did your group decide to read, and why?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/20/2023 6:39 AM
    I am currently organizing a book club for Women in Technology. The goal of the club is to read interesting, impactful literature written by women. I think that this would also be an incredible forum to integrate ecological learning!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Make Cleaning Products
    What was surprising about the ingredients in your cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/17/2023 12:07 PM
    I chose to make hair clarifier, which essentially helps to break down the buildup of oil and product on your scalp. It was surprisingly easy - just water and apple cider vinegar. I would normally buy a product for this, but I feel like it genuinely has helped my hair and it is natural!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Donate Food
    Why do you donate food? How does it connect to your values?

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    Caroline Bruns 4/17/2023 9:35 AM
    I donated food to my local yoga studio, that is currently collecting food donations for the greater Cincinnati area. I donated food because it is a simple and easy way to make a difference for others; additionally, it is usually fairly cost effective. I firmly believe that food impacts a huge portion of your wellbeing, so being able to provide nutritious items will hopefully impact more than just hunger!