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Emma Byrne

SUST 113 and Friends

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 110 THIS WEEK
  • 330 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    125
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    350
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    270
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    40
    minutes
    spent learning

Emma's actions

Health and Well-Being

Meditate

Meditation helps build resilience and clarity. I will spend 20 minutes each day to meditate or create a moment of silence each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 60 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS

Land, Water, and Air

Save Water When Washing Dishes

Dishwashers can save water — if used wisely. I will only run the dishwasher when it’s full and skip the pre-rinse to reduce water and energy use. If I don't have a dishwasher, I will turn off the tap as often as possible while washing dishes.

COMPLETED 9
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 9
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.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Sustainable Innovation

Learn about the Magic of Seaweed

Seaweed is a powerful ally for the planet. I will spend 60 minutes learning how seaweed can improve ocean health, capture carbon, support sustainable food systems, and inspire eco-friendly products.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

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
    Land, Water, and Air
    How did changing your dishwashing habits make you more mindful of water use? What other small changes can you make to conserve water in your household?

    Emma Byrne's avatar
    Emma Byrne 4/15/2025 12:48 PM
    I try to be more mindful of the amount of water I use in daily life. That includes doing my dishes, laundry, and showering. I plan ahead with my dishes, ensuring they all are soaking so it takes less water to rinse before using soap in the long run. It has been a lot harder than what I initially thought it would be.

    • Payton Seefeldt's avatar
      Payton Seefeldt 4/17/2025 9:50 AM
      • 16-DAY STREAK
      I have had trouble with the same thing, especially with my dishes, which has been a lot harder than I thought. Showering has been the easiest way to cut down on water because I normally take really long showers so just trying to cut down, but the others have been hard to cut down on.

    • Lisa Brenskelle's avatar
      Lisa Brenskelle 4/15/2025 5:10 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      but once you create the habit, it will be second nature.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    How did exercising each day impact your physical or mental well-being? What activity did you enjoy most, and why?

    Emma Byrne's avatar
    Emma Byrne 4/13/2025 11:58 AM
    I went for a run today, and whenever I work out, I feel so much better afterward, especially since the weather has been so nice outside.

    • Wenkang Chen's avatar
      Wenkang Chen 4/13/2025 9:22 PM
      Hi Emma,
      That’s awesome! The nice weather really does make a huge difference. Glad you’re feeling good—keep it up!

    • Sanjita Bajimpak's avatar
      Sanjita Bajimpak 4/13/2025 5:21 PM
      • Climate Advocate 🌱
      • 3-DAY STREAK
      That sounds amazing! 🌞 Running is such a great way to boost your mood and energy levels, especially when the weather is perfect. Keep enjoying those workouts and the beautiful outdoors! 🏃‍♂️💪 How often do you like to go for a run?