Michelle Kotsagrelos
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 120 THIS WEEK
- 863 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO8.3poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO65meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO257pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO416gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO15hoursvolunteered
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UP TO295minutesspent learning
Michelle's actions
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.
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.
Climate + Air
Declutter My Home Without the Landfill
Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.
Climate + Air
Weekly Meal Planning
One third of all food produced worldwide is wasted, and so is the energy it takes to produce and transport that food. I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need and eating what I planned each day.
Climate + Air
Stay on the Ground
Carbon emissions from air travel is harmful to planetary and human health. Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Reduce Animal Products
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.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 10 hours in my community.
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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Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/24/2024 8:04 AMThe Earth Month Ecochallenge: Conservation & Action Confirmation webinar was very informative. Did anyone join? -
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/23/2024 6:22 AMI enjoyed walking outside and seeing nature on Earth Day!
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Lucy Liu 4/23/2024 6:33 AMagree! Walking and seeing are nice
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Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/22/2024 6:56 AMHAPPY EARTH DAY! WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 8:08 AMI have been trying to reduce my water footprint by taking shorter showers, use the dishwasher and washing machine that is full and using water filling stations to fill up my water bottle. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Stay on the GroundWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 8:05 AMDecided to travel more locally (drivable or not flying). Some trips (due to time restraints and distance) will be difficult, but we should all try. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 8:03 AMGetting to know your neighbors and helping each other is a way to learn that we can co-exist and that we are all in this together. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Weekly Meal PlanningHow did it feel to plan out your meals and stick to them in an effort to reduce food waste?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 8:00 AMIt's only been a day, but it will reduce time and energy (and money) in the long run. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Declutter My Home Without the LandfillHow did it feel to intentionally declutter with putting things into the landfill? What did you learn along the way about yourself and our consumer and waste systems?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 7:59 AMDecluttering makes me feel better. But I have piles. Keep, donate and throw away. The throw away pile, I see what I can recycle. Doing this, helps me realize I should think before I shop for non-essentials. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Reduce Animal ProductsHow does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Michelle Kotsagrelos 4/01/2024 7:56 AMAnimals are part of our eco-system, so we need to respect these living creatures and try and reduce/find alternative ways to get our protein. -
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?