Katie Chinn
"To continue to learn and grow in my quest to be a better steward of the environment and all that we have been entrusted with."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 225 THIS WEEK
- 943 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0Carbon FootprintCalculated
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UP TO25meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO140minutesspent learning
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UP TO45minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
Katie's actions
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 30 minutes learning about how cleaning products affect our water and try making my own cleaning products to reduce pollutants.
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Wildlife research
I will research wildlife and how they relate to the ecosystem.
Land + Forests
Research forest creatures and the ecosystem
I will research the creatures that makeup the forest and how they relate to the ecosystem.
Freshwater + Oceans
Research ocean ecosystem
I will research the creatures of the ocean and how they fit into the ecosystem.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Leave No Trace
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace whenever I am outside.
Land + Forests
Choose Eco-Friendly Wood and Paper
Trees provide food and habitat for local wildlife species, shade our streets and homes, and help keep our air and water clean by capturing pollutants. Buying products that help protect forests makes a difference. I will only purchase wood, furniture, and paper products from ecologically certified sources such as Forest Stewardship Council.
Freshwater + Oceans
Dishwasher Efficiency
Hand washing dishes can use more energy and hot water than a dishwasher. To save water, I will use a dishwasher and scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading them into the dishwasher.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 30 minutes learning about the beauty and body products I use to see if they are refillable or recyclable. If not, I will reach out to the manufacturer to advocate for those options.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Save the Bees
Bees are vital to ecosystems. To help save the bees, I will learn which local flowers provide nectar and plant them in my backyard or in a pot on my balcony.
Climate + Air
Declutter My Home Without the Landfill
Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.
Freshwater + Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
We need to support healthy seafood populations. I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable seafood choices, commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean, and share what I learned on the feed.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 45 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
Seek Alternative Gifts and Souvenirs
When traveling, I will seek souvenirs that support local communities and do not cause harm to the environment or wildlife.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Reduce Animal Products
One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day this week.
Land + Forests
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 45 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Land + Forests
Zero Waste Day
The impacts of our waste are far reaching. I will create zero waste for an entire day and share my reflections and learnings on the feed.
Land + Forests
Share My "Why"
I will record a video to share why I am taking action this Earth Month, a sustainable swap I've made, and/or a local conservation effort in my area.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Invest in Nature
A healthy world needs both our daily actions and support from larger systems. I will spend 30 minutes learning about how I can use my investments and savings to advance environmental sustainability.
Climate + Air
Calculate My Carbon Impact
Carbon emissions can show up in many surprising ways in our life. I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.
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 45 minutes learning about regenerative agriculture and find out if any nearby farms practice regenerative agriculture.
Land + Forests
Personal Waste Audit
The waste we create daily can go unnoticed. I will track the waste I create in a day and post a photo log on the feed to see how much I create and where I can make different choices to reduce my waste going forward.
Freshwater + Oceans
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.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 45 minutes learning more about the importance of freshwater + ocean conservation, and how I can reduce my water use. I will share what I learn with people in person, on social media, and on the feed.
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 Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Katie Chinn 4/18/2024 6:36 PMMy water footprint isn’t horrible but could be better. I need to do further research on ways I can do better. Water scarcity is a concern and something we see more and more. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Personal Waste AuditWhat are the results of your waste audit and what did you learn? How can you reduce your waste going forward?
Katie Chinn 4/18/2024 6:16 PMI definitely need to compost food that can be composted. I need to use loose tea in a reusable tea holder instead of tea bags. I also need to find a new option for my husband’s K-cups. A lot to do but one item at a time.-
Shelley Pinckney 4/18/2024 8:30 PMHere's to taking that first step!
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Katie Chinn 4/18/2024 6:10 PMIt is so neat to see all the photos of blooming trees, flowers, gardens, etc. Gets me excited for what will eventually happen in my yard and neighborhood. -
Katie Chinn 4/17/2024 6:46 PMSome of my perennials are not coming up. Hoping it is just a little early and not that something happened to them over the winter. Time will tell. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Calculate My Carbon ImpactWhere in your life do you emit the most carbon? What change are you willing to make in your daily life to reduce this output?
Katie Chinn 4/16/2024 7:02 PMI definitely need to do a better job with my carbon footprint. I will recycle food waste through a new program provided by our county.-
Carmen Deale 4/16/2024 7:21 PMKatie, thank you for sharing. I need to do a bettr job with my carbon footprint as well. My daughter cleaned out our cabinet and wow! My family made an agreement to do a better job.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Invest in NatureWhat did you learn about how investing can support the environment and create a more sustainable world?
Katie Chinn 4/16/2024 6:44 PMI didn’t realize how big ESG investing is. I also didn’t know many ESG investments provide a better return than non ESG ones. Very interesting information. -
Katie Chinn 4/16/2024 5:41 PMIt was a super windy and rainy day. Love sunny days but we do need rain so it was very much needed and welcomed today! -
Katie Chinn 4/15/2024 5:42 PMHard to believe we are at the half way point of the challenge. Sure going fast but learning a lot.-
Alex Asquino 4/17/2024 7:23 AMCrazy how fast it went!
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Katie Chinn 4/14/2024 3:29 PMIt is so encouraging to see all the posts, comments and photos from others. Really shows the collective difference we can all make. -
Katie Chinn 4/13/2024 6:41 PMI cleaned up some of the yard today and was neat to pull up leaves and see perennials popping their heads up. Love that leaves are natural and free barriers to protect the flowers during winter.