

Carola Eklund
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 1,029 Total
Participant Impact
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up to46meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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up to494pounds of CO2have been saved
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up to2,915minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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up to5.0itemsrepaired
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up to420gallons of waterhave been saved
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up to4.0documentarieswatched
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up to1.0square feetcommunity beautification
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up to2,915minutesspent outdoors
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up to360minutesspent 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.
Health & Equity
Make Cleaning Products
SDG 3
I will make a few homemade cleaning products.
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.
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.
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.
Education & Livelihood
Watch a Documentary About Education or Work
SDG 4
I will watch 1 documentaries about education or work.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG 9
I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.
Economy & Communities
Watch a Documentary About Economy, Energy, or Industry
SDG 7, 9, 12
I will watch 2 documentaries about economy, energy, or industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Feed
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Reflection QuestionEconomy & Communities Mend ClothingWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Carola Eklund 4/23/2023 10:04 PMI 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. -
Carola Eklund 4/19/2023 9:53 AM -
Carola Eklund 4/11/2023 11:47 AMSomething to consider if/when choosing electric vehicles: https://www.business-humanrights.org/en/from-us/briefings/transition-minerals-sector-case-studies/human-rights-in-the-mineral-supply-chains-of-electric-vehicles/ -
Reflection QuestionBasic Needs & Security Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian RecipeWhat 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 4/06/2023 3:49 PM -
Jenni Engle 4/06/2023 7:32 AMYUMMM!!! Could you share that recipe?!
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Carola Eklund 3/31/2023 12:22 PMHi all - would people be interested in creating/participating in a team activity?-
Carola Eklund 4/07/2023 12:49 PMAbsolutely - maybe some group bike ride or litter cleanup - or a combination of both? ... hm pliding or plycling? -
Jenni Engle 4/03/2023 6:56 AMHeck yes!! Great idea Carola! Let me know if you want help organizing :)
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