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Dina Lomagno

Starbucks - Team Las Vegas

"One person, one action, can make a difference. When was the last time you made a difference? "

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Dina's actions

Share My Why

Take the Earth Month Ecochallenge Feedback Survey

I will take a short survey about my experience to help the Ecochallenge team improve future events, earn a chance to win a prize, and earn 15 points!

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Share My Why

Share My Why

I will share my Ecochallenge story and why I'm taking action for the planet — and earn 15 points!

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Land, Water, and Air

Advocate for Forests

Forests are essential for clean air, biodiversity, and climate stability. I will write 2 letters or emails per day to a public official or representative to advocate for policies that protect forests in my community or beyond.

COMPLETED 29
DAILY ACTIONS

Community and Connection

Check In with a Friend or Colleague

Staying connected strengthens relationships and boosts well-being. Each day, I will reach out to 2 friends or colleagues to check in, have a meaningful conversation, or offer support.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Learn about Native Species

The world is full of unique species that all play an important role in nature. I will spend 30 minutes learning what the native plants and wildlife are in my region.

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Community and Connection

Host a Gathering

Bringing people together helps strengthen bonds. I will organize and host a gathering, such as a potluck, coffee meet up, or shared meal, for friends, family, colleagues, or neighbors to foster connection and community spirit.

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Empowering the Next Generation

Support a School

Schools play a crucial role in youth development and be hubs for sustainability. I will donate funds, time, or supplies to 1 local schools to support environmental education, field trips, sustainability projects, and youth empowerment. I will share how I supported schools on the feed.

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Wildlife

Learn to be a Responsible Tourist

Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 120 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.

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Community and Connection

Meet My Neighbors

Strong neighborhoods are built on connection and trust. I will introduce myself to 1 neighbors or spend time getting to know people in my community.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Try At Least One Principle of Leave No Trace

After learning about the Principles of Leave No Trace, I will take at least one action to minimize my impact on the outdoors while enjoying nature. I will post what I tried to the feed to encourage others to do the same!

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DAILY ACTIONS

Sustainable Innovation

Invest in the Future of Sustainability

Sustainable investments shape a greener future. I will research and invest in companies, funds, or projects that supports sustainability, such as renewable energy, green tech, or sustainable practices. I will share more about who I supported with others on social media or in the Ecochallenge feed.

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Sustainable Innovation

Donate to or Support Low-Income Solar Initiatives

Clean energy should be accessible to all. I will support, donate, or volunteer to help programs that bring solar energy to low-income communities, helping create a more equitable and sustainable future.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Join a Cleanup Effort

Working together to clean up public spaces helps the environment and builds community. I will participate in 5 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.

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Wildlife

Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 20 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

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Community and Connection

Explore My Area

Discovering what’s nearby fosters a deeper connection to my community. I will explore 10 new places in my area, such as parks, historical sites, or local businesses.

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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
    Empowering the Next Generation
    How can schools play a bigger role in shaping future environmental leaders, and how can you support them?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/27/2025 9:18 AM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    This morning we donated rarely used items to the schools music and art program for my neighbor who is the art/band teacher. We gave an electric guitar and piano that were just sitting in our house. We also donated a bunch of paint brushes and DIY project items to the art department.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community and Connection
    What was the most rewarding part of bringing people together for a gathering? Did you experience any challenges in hosting, and if so, how did you overcome them?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/26/2025 10:32 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Tonight we hosted a gathering for the 2 new neighbors who recently moved into our subdivision. It’s so rewarding to make new people feel welcome where they live and share stories of how bonded we are as a community.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    Equitable access, environmental justice and creating employment opportunities are just a few advantages of low-income solar programs. What motivated you to support solar energy initiatives for low-income communities, and how do you think it contributes to a more equitable future?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/26/2025 10:28 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Investing in our communities to be more efficient and less drain on our grid is the easiest thing to do. Harness the sun for all, it shouldn’t just be for those who are fortunate enough to be able to afford it.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What did you learn about how tourism impacts wildlife, and how can you make more conscious choices when planning a trip? How do you think your travel decisions can contribute to wildlife conservation and respectful interactions with nature?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/22/2025 11:01 AM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    My goal with this is to understand locally how our tourism impacts the wildlife, it's more focused on the wild horses and burros here. I saw in real time how tourists were feeding the horses and encouraging them to stick their head inside cars. In addition news videos have shown people grabbing their heads to take selfies, or children playing with their tails and getting injured. Along with many others, we petitioned the Mt Charleston rangers to do something. The wild horses are now being moved to an area that is not accessible by cars or people which will give them a better quality of uninterrupted life. It's sad that because of humans animals have to suffer and be moved from their home that we encroached on but I'm glad they are taking action to protect them from any future harm.

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    Dina Lomagno 4/21/2025 3:02 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    I started this journey several years back when Covid started about how I can better impact my lifestyle and the environment together. By joining ecochallenge, I've not only been able to learn more and how to increase the sustainability efforts for my family but also for others in my community. The impact long surpasses just myself :).
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Sustainable Innovation
    What sustainability initiative did you invest in, and what inspired your choice? How do you feel about your role in shaping a greener future through your investment?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/13/2025 4:57 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Today I hosted 16 women at my house and taught them how to plant a planter box to grow veggies from start to finish. We had so much fun and I was able to share my knowledge about using natural pest repellants, natural fertilizer and how to build a low drip irrigation system.

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      Lisa Brenskelle 4/13/2025 7:03 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      Excellent initiative. Sharing your "eco" knowledge is so important.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What is one way you can reduce your impact on nature the next time you spend time outdoors, and how might that action help preserve the environment for others?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/11/2025 9:56 AM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Last night at our community meeting for our subdivision, I was able to share the experience my husband and I had on our hike and asked everyone to do the same. We now have everyone being accountable in a group chat to show their LNT haul from local parks and hikes!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What native species did you learn about in your area, and how do they contribute to your local ecosystem or community? How might your community change if these native species disappeared?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/11/2025 9:55 AM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Today I learned about our wild horses up in Mt. Charleston and what they are doing to protect them from tourists. Unfortunately people are allowing the horses to stick their heads inside cars and feeding them which leads to unbalance and potential harm to the animals not to mention roadside accidents. It was great to know that there is an active community focusing on their safety!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    Why is protecting forests important to you, and what did you learn from your advocacy efforts? How can you inspire others to join in advocating for forest protection?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/09/2025 1:55 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Understanding the importance of our national parks/forests/eco-systems I wrote my NV leaders today to express the anger in allowing to continually build and drill on federally protected lands. To see the dismantling of these forests for more unnecessary and unaffordable housing is a disgrace.

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      Adrain Paul 4/09/2025 2:19 PM
      • Earth Advocate 📣
      • 18-DAY STREAK
      It's commendable that you're taking action to protect our national parks and forests. Expressing your concerns to leaders is a powerful way to advocate for the preservation of these vital ecosystems. Every voice counts in the fight against unnecessary development and drilling on federally protected lands. Keep up the advocacy!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How did your experience go in trying an action to Leave No Trace? Did you notice others doing the same, or not? From a perspective of having empathy for others, why might people not adhere to the Leave No Trace principles?

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    Dina Lomagno 4/08/2025 1:19 PM
    • TEAM CAPTAIN
    • Pet Parent 🐾
    • 16-DAY STREAK
    Yesterday evening, my husband and I took our dog for a walk and decided to bring a garbage bag to help clean up for those who don't understand the LNT concept. It was disappointing to see animal feces left in bags that are not biodegradable but just the bags in general are a disruption to the wildlife, same with fruit peels which are not native to the animals an eco environment climate. But rewarding at the end to see that we came back with a full trash bag and a clean trail!