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Manoj KL

Emerson MEA - HQ - SYSS Dubai

"To build a future where technology, community, and nature thrive together by championing sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact, and empowering people to take meaningful action for the planet—one conscious choice at a time"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 40 TODAY
  • 127 THIS WEEK
  • 688 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    90
    species
    logged
  • UP TO
    10
    public officials or leaders
    contacted
  • UP TO
    10
    advocacy actions
    completed
  • UP TO
    2,650
    minutes
    spent learning

Manoj's actions

Wildlife

Learn about Native Species

The world is full of unique species that all play an important role in nature. I will spend 10 minutes learning what the native plants and wildlife are in my region.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Log Species to Help Scientists

The more we know about the wildlife around us, the better we can protect species. I will download a wildlife monitoring app and log 10 animal or plant species I discover.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Learn How to Save the Bees

Bees and other pollinators are vital to ecosystems and agriculture. I will spending 10 minutes learning about local pollinators and why they are so important.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Become a Sustainability Aficionado or Invite a Colleague!

Become a Sustainability Aficionado or invite one of your colleagues to join if you're already tuned into the program. 

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Join your local Green Team or participate in an Earth Month activity organized by them

Get involved! Join your local Green Team to connect and work on local sustainability initiatives. Or, participate in one of the many Earth Month activities they've organized.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Begin a meeting with a “Sustainability Moment”

Kick off your meetings with a "Sustainability Moment" to keep environmental awareness top of mind. Even better, develop new "Sustainability Moments" tailored to your specific location and work, making the connection between sustainability and your daily activities even stronger!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Learn about our new Sustainability Pathways initiative

Learn about our new Sustainability Pathways initiative and implement 1 action under each of the pillars from the most appropriate persona.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Sustainable Innovation

Take the Green Pill Trainings on Emerson Learn

Learn about sustainability by taking two Green Pill modules on Emerson Learn. Choose the topics that appeal to you most!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Sustainable Innovation

Support Resilient Powergrids

A community can be brought to its knees without dependable power, often affecting the most vulnerable. I will write 10 letters or emails per day to a public official or company to advocate for a more resilient power grid (e.g. microgrids, solar storage).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Empowering the Next Generation

Learn about a Young Leader

Young people are making a big impact on the world. I will spend 30 minutes learning about a young leader working on environmental or social justice issues to get inspired and share their story on social media or the Ecochallenge feed.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Sustainable Innovation

Learn about Regenerative Agriculture

Healthy soil, healthy planet. I will spend 30 minutes learning about regenerative agriculture and how it helps restore ecosystems, improve soil health, and combat climate change.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

Empowering the Next Generation

Listen to Youth

Youth voices matter and deserve to be heard. I will spend 10 minutes actively listening to and learning from young people about concerns, ideas, or experiences about environmental issues, either through conversations, speeches, or media.

COMPLETED 30
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How do pollinators impact your daily life, and what changes can you make to ensure they continue to thrive?

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    Manoj KL 4/29/2025 11:06 PM
    Create a Bee-Friendly Habitat:
    • Plant diverse flowers: Choose native plants that provide nectar and pollen throughout the seasons. Bees prefer a variety of colors and shapes, and planting in clumps helps them forage efficiently. Consider trees and shrubs as they produce a large quantity of pollen and nectar.

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    Manoj KL 4/28/2025 11:20 PM
    Gifting trees is a beautiful, meaningful way to celebrate someone and give back to the planet at the same time. 🌳🎁
    🌱 Why Gifting Trees Matters:
    • Offsets Carbon: A single tree can absorb around 20 kg of CO₂ per year.
    • Restores Ecosystems: Trees rebuild habitats for birds, insects, and animals.
    • Supports Communities: Some tree-planting programs create local jobs and improve food security.
    • Symbolic and Lasting: A tree grows for decades—a living reminder of your care.

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    Manoj KL 4/28/2025 11:18 PM
    Bring bags, coffee cups, water bottles, and containers when shopping to avoid disposable waste.

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    Manoj KL 4/28/2025 11:15 PM
    Reduce Carbon Emissions at the Source
    • Switch to renewable energy (solar, wind).
    • Improve energy efficiency (better buildings, smart lighting).
    • Transition fleets to electric vehicles.
    • Design greener supply chains (local sourcing, eco-packaging).

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:52 AM
    Data centers may be invisible to most of us—but their footprint is very real. By greening them, we ensure our digital habits don’t cost the Earth. Supporting eco-friendly tech infrastructure is a big win for Earth Month—and beyond.

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:48 AM
    Using EVs for logistics helps by significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting down air and noise pollution, and lowering operational costs over time. They support cleaner cities, especially for last-mile delivery, and align with global goals for sustainable, low-carbon supply chains. ⚡📦🚚

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:44 AM
    Growing your greens at home reduces carbon emissions from transport, cuts plastic waste, ensures pesticide-free food, and boosts self-sufficiency. It also reconnects you with nature, improves mental well-being, and supports a more sustainable lifestyle—all from your balcony or backyard. 🌱🥬

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      Anu dheebha 4/25/2025 2:45 AM
      • Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
      • 17-DAY STREAK
      Whether you have a balcony or a backyard, starting a garden can be a rewarding and impactful endeavor. 🌱
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    What did you learn about the practice and benefits of regenerative agriculture? How can you support healthy farming practices for people and the planet?

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:41 AM
    🌍 Carbon Sequestration
    One of the most exciting facts? Regenerative farming can pull carbon out of the air and lock it back into the soil—literally reversing some effects of climate change.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Empowering the Next Generation
    What perspectives or ideas did you hear from young people, and how did they challenge or expand your understanding of environmental issues? Did anything surprise you that they had to say?

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:40 AM
    One perspective that really challenged me came from a young activist who said:
    “We don’t inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from future generations—but we also share it with those who have the least power to defend it.”
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Empowering the Next Generation
    Who is the young leader you learned about, and what at inspired you most about them? How can you support or amplify the work of young leaders in your own community?

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    Manoj KL 4/25/2025 2:39 AM
    One young leader who really stands out is Licypriya Kangujam, a climate activist from India who started speaking out about environmental issues at just six years old. Now still only in her early teens, she's addressed world leaders, spoken at the United Nations, and founded the Child Movement, advocating for urgent climate action and environmental education in schools.