Christen Geiler
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 220 THIS WEEK
- 620 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0Carbon FootprintCalculated
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO290minutesspent learning
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UP TO15minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO26single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
Christen's actions
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
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 60 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.
Action Track: Community
Deloitte DC Green Team Recycling and Charity Drives
Participate in Deloitte's DC Green Team Professional Clothing Charity Drive and/or Battery Recycling Drive. Discover new clothing styles and recycle batteries safely to help reduce waste and promote the reuse of items.
Freshwater + Oceans
Cooking Oil Disposal
Pouring cooking oil down the drain can cause damage to waterways and ecosystems. I will learn how to properly dispose of cooking oil to help support healthy ecosystems.
Freshwater + Oceans
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 15 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.
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Endangered Species
Wildlife and biodiversity play an important role on our planet and are being threatened each year. I will spend 15 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
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
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
Grow Local
I will research and plant a garden filled with native fruits, vegetables, and flowers to nurture local wildlife and ecosystems. I will find nearby nurseries that offer plants native to my area.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Use Reusable Bags
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and can end up in habitats that harm wildlife. I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
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.
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Beauty and Personal Products
Beauty and personal products can create a lot of waste. I will spend 15 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
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 6 hours in my community.
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.
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 QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Invest in NatureWhat did you learn about how investing can support the environment and create a more sustainable world?
Christen Geiler 4/19/2024 12:14 PMI learned about several environmentally conscious (ESG) investment funds that I can invest in. ESG funds are thematic mutual funds or exchange-traded funds that consider environmental, social, and governance factors in their investment strategies. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Endangered SpeciesWhat endangered species did you learn about and what did you learn?
Christen Geiler 4/17/2024 8:11 AMI have been learning about elephants. So many varieties are on the critically endangered list. Species List | Endangered, Vulnerable, and Threatened Animals | WWF (worldwildlife.org)-
SATHYA CHIMALAMARRI 4/17/2024 8:12 AMThat's Great
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Leave No TraceEducator Stephanie Kaza advises her students to focus on what they care about most when addressing the enormity of ecological problems. Is there a specific area you feel particularly called to work on?
Christen Geiler 4/17/2024 8:02 AMI feel particularly drawn to working to help wildlife and the oceans. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Christen Geiler 4/15/2024 5:46 AMI like to volunteer in the community regularly. It's satisfying to give to others, and support causes I am passionate about. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Cooking Oil DisposalDid anything about this action surprise you? Do you use more or less oil than you thought?
Christen Geiler 4/15/2024 5:41 AMI was surprised that the local dump takes waste cooking oil daily as part of its recycling efforts. Household Hazardous Waste | Public Works and Environmental Services (fairfaxcounty.gov) Great to know that this service is available. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Seek Alternative Gifts and SouvenirsHow do your consumption choices affect the health of wildlife and other communities?
Christen Geiler 4/11/2024 6:37 AMMy choices make a significant impact on the health of wildlife. It is important to support businesses that are mindful of the impacts and do their best to minimize their footprints. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Use Reusable BagsHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Christen Geiler 4/11/2024 6:34 AMThe challenge was a bit difficult because of the habit of not bringing bags into the store with me for shopping. I bought a bag keeper and brought it into the stores with me so I could have the bags on hand. It took a few times to make this part of my regular shopping routine. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Grow LocalHow did it feel to plant something native in your area to support local wildlife and biodiversity? What did you plant? Please consider adding a photo.
Christen Geiler 4/09/2024 10:02 AMI was happy to use this site Native Plant Finder by Zip Code | Garden for Wildlife to find native plants to plant in my yard. I selected the- Purple Lovegrass
- Side Oats Grama Grass
- Path Rush
I selected this package because it is supposed to be deer resistant. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Learn about Native SpeciesWhat did you learn about a native plant or animal species in your region?
Christen Geiler 4/07/2024 4:37 PMI learned a ton about the animal species native to my region from the following web site. Wildlife in the DC Metro Area - City Wildlife
I had never known about the bird chimney swifts until I went to this site. Very informative. -
Christen Geiler 4/03/2024 7:28 AMExcited to get started on the ecochallenge 2024!