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Balamurugan Namachivayam

Emerson FCEC India

"Cover Earth before it Covers you!"

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participant impact

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    1.0
    water footprint
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    600
    gallons of water
    saved
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    20
    products
    replaced with sustainable alternatives
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    12
    donations
    made
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    5.0
    community events
    hosted or attended
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    82
    public officials or leaders
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    school
    supported
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    environmental audit
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    1,100
    minutes
    spent learning

Balamurugan's actions

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. 

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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 2 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.

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Land, Water, and Air

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.

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Land, Water, and Air

Save Water When Washing Dishes

Dishwashers can save water — if used wisely. I will only run the dishwasher when it’s full and skip the pre-rinse to reduce water and energy use. If I don't have a dishwasher, I will turn off the tap as often as possible while washing dishes.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Empowering the Next Generation

Support a Youth-Led Project

Youth-led projects drive innovation and change. I will support youth-led environmental projects by offering time, resources, or encouragement and share how I supported youth on the Ecochallenge feed.

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Land, Water, and Air

Advocate for Green Spaces

Green spaces improve air quality, support wildlife, and enhance well-being. I will call or write 1 public officials per day to advocate for more green spaces around my town, particularly in neighborhoods that currently lack equitable access to green spaces such as parks and gardens.

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Empowering the Next Generation

Conduct an Audit with a Young Person

Learning by doing empowers youth. I will conduct an environmental audit — such as a home energy or waste audit — alongside a young person to teach them practical sustainability skills and see what I learn from them as well.

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Land, Water, and Air

Learn to Choose Forest-Friendly Foods

Our food choices can help protect forests and wildlife. I will spend 50 minutes learning how to choose foods that are grown in ways that protect forests, such as avoiding products linked to deforestation and seeking certified sustainable options like shade-grown coffee or palm oil-free products.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Land, Water, and Air

Take Shorter Showers

Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!

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Land, Water, and Air

Reduce Vehicle Idling

Idling cars wastes fuel, contributes to climate change, and pollutes the air in our communities. I will turn off my engine when waiting in my car to reduce air pollution and carbon emissions.

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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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Land, Water, and Air

Learn About Water Justice

Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 50 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.

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Health and Well-Being

Audit Toxic Products in my Home

Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend 30 minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.

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Health and Well-Being

Replace a Product

Small changes can make a big difference for health and sustainability. Using what I learned from auditing ingredients in the products I use, I will replace 10 toxic or harmful products I use with safer, eco-friendly alternatives.

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Wildlife

Donate to Support Wildlife

There are many amazing projects supporting wildlife and their habitats. I will choose a project or organization to support that helps species and habitats I care about and make a donation.

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Wildlife

Plant (or Adopt) a Plant

Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to 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 30 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.

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Wildlife

Learn to Grow Plants Your Way

Growing plants can be rewarding and can create habitats big and small for wildlife. And, we can grow things almost anywhere! I will spend 30 minutes researching options for growing plants either inside or outside.

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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 45 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

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Empowering the Next Generation

Host a Bio-blitz

A bio-blitz helps youth engage with local biodiversity. I will organize or participate in a bio-blitz with young people to identify and document the plants, animals, and insects in our area.

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Community and Connection

Attend a Local Event

Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend 5 community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.

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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?


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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/29/2025 6:16 PM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    It was a great Earth month !! Lets make the learnings habitual to have a lifestyle change!

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/27/2025 10:40 AM
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    Climate crisis is staring us in the face!! According to IMD data, India will see double the Heat wave days 2025 than it had last year, while all-India rainfall until March 31 was the 27th lowest since 1901. Every change begins with small acts of mindfulness! Instead of complaining, let's do our part!

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/26/2025 9:48 AM
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    The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it!


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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/18/2025 7:58 PM
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    Many Urban areas are experiencing elevated level of PM2.5 and PM10, posing health risks; these tiny particles can penetrate deep into lungs and even the bloodstream, causing respiratory and cardiovascular issues !! Mindful on how we commute. how we celebrate (Such as ..Burining Residues and Firecrackers ) as the key to tackle this Polluted Atmosphere.

  • 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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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/17/2025 10:14 PM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    By ensuring no trace of litter you leave behind in outdoors; avoid trampling vegetation and disturbing wildlife habitats during trail or hikes

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/16/2025 7:43 PM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    170 trillion plastic particles are choking our oceans ; Reuse or refuse plastic as much as possible, encourage friends and family!

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      Andrea Foster 4/16/2025 7:53 PM
      Thank you for sharing. My dauterd use Owala water bottles and no plastics.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    What did you learn about forest-friendly foods? What sustainable food choices will you commit to making, and why are they important to you?

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/16/2025 2:43 AM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Palm oil plantations often cause deforestation and biodiversity loss; It also have health impact so avoiding palm oil will reduce the demand and impact forest ecosystem.

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/16/2025 2:40 AM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Reducing your carbon footprint at home is a great way to contribute to sustainability. Every change big or small starts from you!

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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/16/2025 2:27 AM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    We already witnessing the impacts and irreversible effects today as a result of Human activity over a century. Extreme sea level rise, severe storms, prolonged droughts, and intense heat waves became new normal which drastically impact ecosystems, human health, and global economies.

    "Embracing sustainability is our responsibility, not an option anymore." 🌿


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    Balamurugan Namachivayam 4/13/2025 8:43 AM
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    • 17-DAY STREAK
    Mindful use of Air conditioning systems in SUMMER which account for as much as 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, which is double the emissions associated with all air travel ; Use programmable thermostats to set cooling schedules, ensuring air conditioning is used only when necessary; Utilize windows, vents, and fans to promote airflow and reduce indoor temperatures without using much electricity; Use reflective materials for roofs to minimize heat absorption and keep buildings cooler!!