Shailesh Chauhan
"Conserving Every Ecosystem, Caring for Every Creature"
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UP TO19advocacy actionscompleted
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Shailesh 's actions
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Learn about Native Species
The world is full of unique species. I will spend 15 minutes each day learning what the native plants and wildlife are in my region.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 30 minutes each day learning about the current status of local or global wildlife and how I can align my actions to support their livelihood.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Invest in Nature
A healthy world needs both our daily actions and support from larger systems. I will spend 15 minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
Climate + Air
Choose Renewable Energy
Renewable energy options are becoming more widespread and accessible. Not only are they good for the planet, they can help save money as well. I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will contact them to advocate for this option in the future.
Climate + Air
Low Carbon Diet
Carbon is emitted into the atmosphere in a variety of ways, including through the foods we eat and food we waste. I will learn about low carbon foods and replace higher carbon foods with them in my diet.
Land + Forests
Regenerative Agriculture and Me
Regenerative agriculture focuses on farming and ranching in a way that supports life and restores the soil. I will spend 15 minutes learning about regenerative agriculture and find out if any nearby farms practice regenerative agriculture.
Land + Forests
30 for 30 in Nature
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 (in a large or small patch of nature), then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Reduce Pollutants in Cleaning
Understanding cleaning product ingredients and their effect on water and biodiversity is helpful to our consumer choices. I will spend 15 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
Freshwater + Oceans
Go Plastic-Free
Millions of tons of plastic is produced each year worldwide. Each day, I will conduct a plastics audit of what I buy and use throughout the challenge (kitchen, bathroom, personal care products, etc.), to see how single-use plastic shows up in my life. I will find plastic-free alternatives to these products and advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, product manufacturers, at work, or on campus.
Action Track: Community
Sustainability Lunch and Learn
Learning in a social setting can inspire connection and change. I will work with a friend or colleague to plan and host a lunch and learn at work, school, in my neighborhood or other location to learn more about an environmental topic important to me. After the lunch and learn, I will share more about it on the feed.
Action Track: Community
JOIN OR CREATE A GREEN TEAM AT EMERSON
I will continue to contribute to Emerson's environmental sustainability goals beyond April by learning more about the Global Green Teams Network, joining a team near me, or maybe even creating a new team.
Action Track: Community
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.
Action Track: Community
TAKE PICTURES AND SHARE ON LINKEDIN
I will take at least one photograph that is connected with this year's theme of Nature Conservation & Biodiversity (for example an urban park, bee hives, birds and other animals...) and I will post it on LinkedIn with the hashtags #EarthMonthEcochallenge #EarthMonthAtEmerson.
Action Track: Community
ATTEND THE ECOCHALLENGE CONSERVATION WEBINAR
On Wed 24th April, I will attend the Earth Month Ecochallenge Webinar on Conservation to learn about what individuals, companies and other organizations can do to promote biodiversity and nature protection.
Action Track: Community
Borrow Before I Buy
Why buy something I will only use once or a few times if someone nearby has it for me to borrow, and why not share something I have that someone may only need a few times a year? To reduce my consumption and waste, I will create or support the sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
Action Track: Community
Join a Cleanup Effort
I will organize or participate in a trash pickup at a local river, beach, or natural body of water.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Go Plastic-FreeWhere did plastic show up on your life that surprised you the most? What plastic alternative products did you discover you may switch to?
Shailesh Chauhan 4/30/2024 12:00 PMThe EcoChallenge has definitely opened my eyes to how much plastic lurks in everyday places! Who knew the kitchen would be the biggest plastic culprit? From food packaging to single-use wraps, it seems plastic has taken over! -
Shailesh Chauhan 4/30/2024 11:55 AMOur Ecochallenge team of 31 participants from five different countries came together to make a positive impact on the environment!Here's what we achieved together:
This is the power of working together! We may be from different places, but we all share the same planet.
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Shailesh Chauhan 4/29/2024 12:33 PMSpotted these bright yellow bursts of sunshine all over the neighborhood landscape! While dandelions might be considered "invasive," they are actually a beautiful (and edible!) part of our local biodiversity. Did you know "dandelion" comes from French for "lion's tooth"? They are packed with vitamins and minerals, making them a trendy addition to dishes by chefs. They're also completely edible - from the roots to the flowers! -
Shailesh Chauhan 4/27/2024 11:22 AMEcoChallenge Day 27: Embracing the Beauty of Nature! Check out this beautiful picture of a roe deer family resting peacefully, just a 10-minute walk from my house. It's a reminder of the preciousness of every ecosystem and the importance of caring for every creature that calls it home. Let's continue to cherish and conserve the natural world around us, ensuring a harmonious coexistence for all living beings.
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Shailesh Chauhan 4/26/2024 1:11 PM🌞 Happy EcoChallenge Day 26! ⚡ Today, let's illuminate the benefits of renewable electricity at home! 💡 Switching to renewable energy sources like solar not only reduces our carbon footprint but can also lead to substantial savings, especially in regions with ample sunshine. Take my parents in India, for example. By installing solar panels, they not only slashed their carbon footprint but also saw a significant reduction in their electricity bill. It's a win-win for the environment and your wallet!-
HABEEB MOOLAYIL 4/26/2024 1:14 PM🥰👍
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Shailesh Chauhan 4/25/2024 10:58 AMHappy EcoChallenge Day 25! 🌾 Let's promote regenerative agriculture! Food production has altered our planet more than any other human activity, accounting for 24% of greenhouse emissions and 70% of freshwater usage. It's the single greatest cause of biodiversity loss and global habitat loss, accelerating at an alarming rate. Source : Nature.org -
Shailesh Chauhan 4/24/2024 10:54 AMOn 22nd April , for Earth Day, we took on a community clean-up as part of the EcoChallenge, and let me tell you, it was eye-opening! The amount of plastic litter and rubbish we found was staggering! The even more concerning part is that some of it was already breaking down into microplastics, those tiny plastic pieces that wreak havoc on our environment and wildlife. This serves as a stark reminder of our plastic problem!-
Mary Hanks 4/24/2024 11:21 AMEven scarier to me is the fact that so many people don't know or care about the plastic problem! My hope is that lots of folks saw your efforts and it caused at least some of them to wake up to the situation. Thank you for all you did! It sounds like all of you worked very hard.
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Shailesh Chauhan 4/23/2024 11:15 AMHere is a picture from our earth day clean up event!-
Alexander König 4/25/2024 5:57 AMNot bad - you have collected quite some bags full of garbage! Well done all! -
Kieran Wade 4/23/2024 1:10 PMKudos to you all! -
Kathleen Schlicht 4/23/2024 12:08 PMNice work :) Very cool!
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Shailesh Chauhan 4/22/2024 9:42 AMJoined the amazing Roxar Green Team for a local cleanup day today! Together with around 35 other volunteers, we collected a bunch of trash and made our neighborhood a cleaner place. ️☀️Sunshine, teamwork, and a shared passion for the environment - what a fantastic way to spend a day! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community Join a Cleanup EffortHow does working with others to clean up your community make you feel? What results did you see? Please consider posting a photo of your cleanup!
Shailesh Chauhan 4/22/2024 9:36 AMTeaming up with others made the task lighter and more fun. Seeing a trashed area transformed into a clean space thanks to collective effort brought a great sense of accomplishment.