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Hanorah Lucas

APO EcoChallenge

"reducing, Re-using, and recycling"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 805 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    50
    conversations
    with people
  • UP TO
    1.0
    documentary
    watched
  • UP TO
    1.0
    donation
    made
  • UP TO
    2.0
    items
    repaired
  • UP TO
    865
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    678
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    1,144
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    29
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    3.0
    square feet
    community beautification

Hanorah's actions

Economy & Communities

Carry My Trash

SDG 12

I will carry all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me each day to raise my awareness of how much waste I produce.

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace

SDG 3, 5, 10, 16

I will watch 2 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Practice Mindfulness

SDG 3

I will spend 30 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

Education & Livelihood

Stay on the Ground

SDG 11

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally). As an example, a plane from New York to Los Angeles (~2,450 miles) generates about 65 tons of carbon dioxide.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Track My Purchases

SDG 10

Each day, I will track my purchases to identify my spending habits. This will allow me to see what purchases can be reduced.

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Make Cleaning Products

SDG 3

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG 9

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Learn and Discuss The Economy & Communities SDGs

SDG 7, 9, 12

Each day, I will spend 10 minutes learning about these SDGs and talk with 2 people about what I learned.

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

Climate & Ecosystems

Explore My Area

SDG 14, 15

Each day, I will spend 15 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

Climate & Ecosystems

Support Local Pollinators

SDG 15

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/26/2023 9:14 AM
    It is interesting to see how these goals develop as the month goes on! I am not doing the same things now as I was in the beginning, as I have become more educated.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Practice Mindfulness
    What was it like to practice mindfulness? If this is a practice for you already, what was something new you understood in practicing during Earth Month?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/23/2023 5:54 AM
    Practicing mindfulness is important in all aspects of daily life. It is important to take time to reflect on the now, as well as to just enjoy the spaces you're in. Since it is Earth Month, I started incorporating nature more into my mindfulness practices and it has granted me with a new appreciation for the quiet outdoors.

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/23/2023 5:52 AM
    I am learning to appreciate taking my time with things more!

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/12/2023 7:21 AM
    Overall I would say it's going fine! I feel pretty confident about the progress I am making, and I feel far more aware about my personal impact.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Make Cleaning Products
    What was surprising about the ingredients in your cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/12/2023 7:11 AM
    I am no longer surprised by this, but all of my favorite "natural" cleaning products have turned out to have toxic chemicals in them. Personal care products are very similar--almost everything has some sort of cancer risking chemical in it!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Economy & Communities Mend Clothing
    What was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/12/2023 7:10 AM
    I love mending my clothing! It brings new life to things you already love/wear enough to run down through use. I am not skilled at mending, but I think it is more fun to add colorful threads or funky patches to tears/holes as opposed to color matching. It makes it more unique, and it helps you become more comfortable with the process of mending because it's fun!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Track My Purchases
    How have you reduced your purchasing habits and what would you like to do next to reduce your consumption habits?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/12/2023 7:09 AM
    I notice that when warm weather comes around, my desire to consume increases. I have reduced my consumption habits by really considering if I need something as opposed to wanting it. I will continue to do this, while evaluating the reasons behind wanting to buy something.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Economy & Communities Carry My Trash
    What one thing will you do right away to reduce your waste? What is the second thing you will do?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/12/2023 7:07 AM
    One thing I can do right away to reduce my waste is to be more mindful of my plastic usage. I have started carrying metal straws with me more consistently, and plan to start carrying a little set of silverware to limit my plastic cutlery usage! A second thing I could do is to remember to bring my reusable cup when going to cafes as opposed to using the plastic ones provided.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems Explore My Area
    How 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?

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    Hanorah Lucas 4/10/2023 7:33 AM
    Spending more time outdoors can help you grow your connection with nature. Better understanding the outdoor spaces in your community/area gives you a chance to get to know the local wildlife.