
Katie Chinn
"To do my part to make the world a bit better than it was the day before by learning new habits and ideas that contribute to this."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,307 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO27meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO585minutesspent exercising
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UP TO5.0ideasshared
Katie's actions
Health and Well-Being
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
Environmental issues often impact marginalized communities the most. I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
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.
Health and Well-Being
Go Get a Check Up
Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.
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.
Wildlife
Learn to be a Responsible Tourist
Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 30 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.
Wildlife
Learn to Grow Plants Your Way
Growing plants can be rewarding and can create habitats big and small for wildlife. And, we can grow things almost anywhere! I will spend 30 minutes researching options for growing plants either inside or outside.
Health and Well-Being
Reduce Refined Sugar
Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.
Land, Water, and Air
Reduce Food Waste
Wasting food also wastes water, energy, and resources. I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.
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.
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.
Wildlife
Enjoy a Meatless Meal
Producing 1 kg of beef emits as much greenhouse gas as driving 150 miles, meanwhile, 1 kg of veggies or grains leaves a much lighter footprint! This week, I’ll shrink my climate impact by having 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day.
Wildlife
Plant (or Adopt) a Plant
Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to the feed.
Health and Well-Being
Share a Health or Well-being Resource
Sharing knowledge helps others nurture their well-being. Through social media, in the Ecochallenge feed, or in conversations, I will share 1 health or well-being resources with friends, family, or my community to promote a healthier, more resilient world.
Community and Connection
Explore My Area
Discovering what’s nearby fosters a deeper connection to my community. I will explore 4 new places in my area, such as parks, historical sites, or local businesses.
Land, Water, and Air
Learn About Water Justice
Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 30 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.
Wildlife
Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 30 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.
Health and Well-Being
Audit Toxic Products in my Home
Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend 30 minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.
Community and Connection
Share Information about Local Resources
Knowledge of local resources helps communities thrive. I will learn about local resources, especially mutual aid groups, and share them with others on social media, in conversations, or in other ways that help spread the word.
Sustainable Innovation
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
When companies and governments make large-scale changes to their products and practices, it makes sustainability more accessible to the masses, in turn creating further demand for sustainable products, and the cycle continues. I will advocate for improved, sustainable food packaging through petitions, letters, or by supporting brands that prioritize eco-friendly packaging - and share my advocacy actions on the feed.
Wildlife
Learn How to Save the Bees
Bees and other pollinators are vital to ecosystems and agriculture. I will spending 30 minutes learning about local pollinators and why they are so important.
Participant Feed
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Katie Chinn 4/30/2025 3:56 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
This month went so fast - can’t believe it! I learn so much and “met” a lot of new people each year so it is really a worthwhile experience!-
Kathleen Schlicht 4/30/2025 3:58 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Pet Parent 🐾
- 16-DAY STREAK
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Katie Chinn 4/29/2025 9:10 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
I was so encouraged today when walking around my yard and seeing the perennials starting to come out of the ground. Also seeing that the yard needs to be mowed for the first time this season is exciting. I am sure after a few weeks not so much - LOL! -
Katie Chinn 4/28/2025 4:54 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
I am so looking forward to revamping one of my flower gardens. I am looking to plant flowers and plants that bees and birds enjoy. Also putting in a bird bath. Very excited!-
Lisa Brenskelle 4/28/2025 6:20 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 15-DAY STREAK
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Christine Lee 4/28/2025 5:20 PM- Parent 🐻
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Katie Chinn 4/27/2025 8:03 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
Hard to believe the last weekend of the Ecochallenge. It has been such an enjoyable experience and I have learned so much.-
Zubair Kubanoor 4/29/2025 1:18 PM- Community Builder 🤝
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Pavan Solanki 4/27/2025 8:07 PM- Climate Advocate 🌱
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Katie Chinn 4/26/2025 9:52 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
Another beautiful day! So enjoyed spending time outside even though I was doing yard work.Manually pulling up dandelions instead of using chemicals since so bad for us and the environment. -
Katie Chinn 4/24/2025 8:56 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
Watched a robin in my yard today. I don’t normally watch robins because they are not spectacular like an eagle but then I realized they are just as important and needed. -
Katie Chinn 4/23/2025 8:14 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
I had a discussion today about the benefits of cutting back on screen time. So very hard to do but so beneficial for well-bring, health and more opportunity to spend time outdoors enjoying nature! -
Katie Chinn 4/22/2025 5:44 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
I have been eating some vegetarian “burgers” for lunch that I bought at Trader Joe’s. I didn’t know how yummy they would taste plus healthy. Win-Win!-
Lisa Brenskelle 4/22/2025 7:55 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 15-DAY STREAK
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Mary Hanks 4/22/2025 5:59 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Book Lover 📚
- 16-DAY STREAK
Thanks for the recommendation! I've never tried their vegetarian burgers, but I'm putting them on my shopping list.
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Katie Chinn 4/21/2025 4:45 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
Very exciting to go to the store by my house and see all the garden supplies and even a few plants for sale. Exciting to get closer to gardening and planting flowers! -
Katie Chinn 4/20/2025 4:28 PM- Book Lover 📚
- 17-DAY STREAK
Went on a walk with a friend today. Nice to catch up and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.