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Carola Eklund

PWE_4th Floor

Points Total

  • 0 Today
  • 0 This Week
  • 1,029 Total

Participant Impact

  • up to
    46
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • up to
    494
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • up to
    2,915
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • up to
    5.0
    items
    repaired
  • up to
    420
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • up to
    4.0
    documentaries
    watched
  • up to
    1.0
    square feet
    community beautification
  • up to
    2,915
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • up to
    360
    minutes
    spent learning

Carola's Actions

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.

Completed
One-Time Action

Health & Equity

Make Cleaning Products

SDG 3

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

Uncompleted
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.

Completed
One-Time Action

Basic Needs & Security

Reduce Animal Product Consumption

SDG 2

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.

COMPLETED 28
DAILY ACTIONS

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

Watch a Documentary About Education or Work

SDG 4

I will watch 1 documentaries about education or work.

Completed
One-Time Action

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG 9

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

Completed
One-Time Action

Economy & Communities

Watch a Documentary About Economy, Energy, or Industry

SDG 7, 9, 12

I will watch 2 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.

Completed
One-Time Action

Basic Needs & Security

Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers

SDG 6

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

COMPLETED 21
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Spend Time Outside

SDG 3

I will replace 45 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 24
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace

SDG 3, 5, 10, 16

I will watch 3 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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.

Uncompleted
One-Time Action

Feed

  • Reflection Question
    Economy & Communities Mend Clothing
    What was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?

    Carola Eklund's avatar
    Carola Eklund 4/23/2023 10:04 PM
    I went into a mending spree :-) ...not that I am skilled at this, but I can fix a hole in a sock :D. Even though it's as mundane as fixing a hole in a sock you feel good about being able to wear that piece of clothing again and didn't have to throw it out.

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    Carola Eklund 4/19/2023 9:53 AM
    Team 4th floor! The 3rd floor is catching up! What are we going to do?

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    Carola Eklund 4/11/2023 11:47 AM
  • Reflection Question
    Basic Needs & Security Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe
    What was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!

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    Carola Eklund 4/04/2023 9:13 AM
    The other day I made tofu balls for the first time. The tofu itself smelled, well let's say less than optimal. But once cooked the meal was delicious. Even my husband who wouldn't go near tofu normally tried some and didn't hate it.

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    Carola Eklund 3/31/2023 12:22 PM
    Hi all - would people be interested in creating/participating in a team activity?

    • Carola Eklund's avatar
      Carola Eklund 4/07/2023 12:49 PM
      Absolutely - maybe some group bike ride or litter cleanup - or a combination of both? ... hm pliding or plycling?

    • Jenni Engle's avatar
      Jenni Engle 4/03/2023 6:56 AM
      Heck yes!! Great idea Carola! Let me know if you want help organizing :)