

Govind Joshi
"Finding creative solutions to environmental problems and sustainable development"
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Participant Impact
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up to3.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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up to3.0pieces of litterpicked up
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up to1.0water footprintscalculated
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up to1.0donationsmade
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up to3.0advocacy actionscompleted
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up to168conversationswith people
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up to3.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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up to1.0hoursvolunteered
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up to1.0community eventshosted or attended
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up to19documentarieswatched
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up to1.0square feetcommunity beautification
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up to62minutesspent outdoors
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up to5.0treesplanted
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up to1,893minutesspent learning
Govind 's Actions
Education & Livelihood
Share Your Eco Habits
SDG 11
Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.
Climate & Ecosystems
Advocate for Water Habitat!
SDG 14
I will make 2 phone calls and/or send 2 emails to public officials to advocate for water habitat protection and clean up in my region.
Health & Equity
Advocate for Equitable Participation and Representation
SDG 5
I will call my elected officials to ask what they are doing regarding equitable gender participation and representation in my region.
Climate & Ecosystems
Attend Emerson's Global Earth Week Webinar
On Wed 19th April, I will attend Emerson's Global Earth Week Webinar to learn about the importance of individual action in our collective journey to sustainability.
Climate & Ecosystems
TAKE PICTURES AND SHARE ON LINKEDIN
I will take at least one photograph that shows how sustainability / the energy transition already shows up in my daily life (e.g., electric vehicles, paper packaging…), and I will post it on LinkedIn with the hashtags #EarthMonthEcochallenge #EarthMonthAtEmerson.
Health & Equity
Support Indigenous & First Nations Communities
SDG 10
I will spend 5 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.
Economy & Communities
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
SDG 7
I will contact my energy company to find out how to sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Climate & Ecosystems
Plant a Tree
SDG 15
On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 3 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer in My Community
SDG 1
I will volunteer 1 hours in my community.
Basic Needs & Security
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
SDG 6
I will spend 5 minutes learning about water justice in my region.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG 2
I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.
Basic Needs & Security
Watch a Documentary About Food, Water, or Basic Needs
SDG 6
I will watch 1 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.
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.
Health & Equity
Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace
SDG 3, 5, 10, 16
I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG 6
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
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
Research Impact Investing
SDG 8
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Education & Livelihood
Watch a Documentary About Education or Work
SDG 4
I will watch 1 documentaries about education or work.
Education & Livelihood
Host or Join a Cleanup Event
SDG 11, 17
Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.
Education & Livelihood
Learn and Discuss the Education & Livelihood SDGs
SDG 4, 8, 11, 17
Each day, I will spend 5 minutes learning about these SDGs and talk with 5 people about what I learned.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 5 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Economy & Communities
Learn and Discuss The Economy & Communities SDGs
SDG 7, 9, 12
Each day, I will spend 5 minutes learning about these SDGs and talk with 5 people about what I learned.
Climate & Ecosystems
Ecological & Xeriscape Gardening
SDG 14, 15
Studies show a grass lawn is water intensive and on average it require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard or community to conserve water and improve habitat: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Climate & Ecosystems
Explore My Area
SDG 14, 15
Each day, I will spend 5 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Feed
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Govind Joshi 4/30/2023 6:35 AMEvery day is Earth Day, and I vote we start investing in a secure climate future right now.” “Earth Day should encourage us to reflect on what we are doing to make our planet a more sustainable and livable place-
Anup Tarone 4/30/2023 10:25 AMDefinitely..!!! We have to cherish our time here on the Planet Earth celebrating Everyday as Earth Day...!!! -
Nitin Pathe 4/30/2023 7:07 AMAgree!!!
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Govind Joshi 4/28/2023 7:41 PMWhat is SDG 4 brief explanation?Goal 4 aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This goal supports the reduction of disparities and inequities in education, both in terms of access and quality. -
Reflection QuestionEducation & Livelihood Learn and Discuss the Education & Livelihood SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Govind Joshi 4/27/2023 8:53 PMThe implementation of strategies to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is frequently hindered by potential trade-offs between priorities for either environmental protection or human well-being. However, ecosystem services (ES)-based solutions can offer possible co-benefits for SDGs implementation that are often overlooked or underexploited -
Reflection QuestionEducation & Livelihood Work-Life BalanceHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Govind Joshi 4/27/2023 8:44 PMWith a satisfactory work-life balance, employers can reap a range of benefits.
Productivity is higher, absenteeism is lower, and physical and mental health improves with a higher commitment and motivation to work. Personal relationships can also benefit from achieving this balance.-
Shanthini Rajasekaran 4/27/2023 11:38 PMAgreed, its the real fact..
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Govind Joshi 4/27/2023 8:35 PMFresh foods can go bad fast. Having proper storage for all your perishable foods makes them last longer, which means there’s less chance you’ll throw it out for spoiling before you get to it.-
Nitin Pathe 4/27/2023 8:40 PMTrue that!!!
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Reflection QuestionEducation & Livelihood Share Your Eco HabitsHow do you create new sustainability-related habits or change bad habits?
Govind Joshi 4/26/2023 9:03 PMThat way, you can build new sustainable habits that help you feel your best and do something positive for the planet.
5 Tips to Make Creating Sustainable Habits Easier.
First, Define Your Goal and Your Why.
Start Slow to Go Far.
Create the Right Environment.
Make Your Habit Appealing.
Keep Your Momentum Going.-
AASIF NADAF 4/27/2023 3:29 AMgood -
Ajay Patidar 4/26/2023 9:34 PMjust to add - make a team and share the progress and milestones to keep enthusiasm.
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Govind Joshi 4/26/2023 8:59 PMAccording to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Food Recovery Hierarchy, feeding hungry people is the second most preferred option after source reduction when it comes to preventing and diverting food waste. -
Govind Joshi 4/25/2023 9:22 PMMaintaining environmental quality, in turn, is essential for sustainable development. The link between climate change and sustainable development stems from the fact that climate change is a constraint to development, and sustainable development is a key to capacities for mitigation and adaptation -
Reflection QuestionEconomy & Communities Learn and Discuss The Economy & Communities SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Govind Joshi 4/25/2023 9:20 PMLinked SDGs is an innovative platform designed to support the 2030 Agenda implementation by:
Making SDG data interoperable using state-of-the-art data modelling techniques and a common system of permanent identifiers for Goals, Targets, Indicators and related statistical series.
Promoting data sharing and collaboration among stakeholders who are involved in producing and analyzing SDG data.
Providing all stakeholders and public with open source tools to make SDG data interoperable for easier data integration, analysis and monitoring.
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Reflection QuestionClimate & Ecosystems Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place? Was there a new place in your region that was exciting to learn about and visit?
Govind Joshi 4/25/2023 9:11 PMI have visited may society buildings and area find out there regular practices and learn how they doing, what they are doing on sustainability. there are some places are really good following good practices and maintaining well.-
Anup Tarone 4/30/2023 10:39 AMI have also tried this time while keeping in mind to look for good practices and if possible, suggest them to our society members.
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