
Maheshwari Sangale
"Nurture nature for our common future...!"
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participant impact
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UP TO1.0water collection systeminstalled
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UP TO2.0donationsmade
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UP TO31ideasshared
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UP TO3.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO91public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO1.0sharing economyexplored
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO1.0minutespent learning
Maheshwari'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!
Health and Well-Being
Reduce Refined Sugar
Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.
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.
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.
Land, Water, and Air
Collect Rain Water
Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 1 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.
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 10 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.
Land, Water, and Air
Advocate for Forests
Forests are essential for clean air, biodiversity, and climate stability. I will write 1 letters or emails per day to a public official or representative to advocate for policies that protect forests in my community or beyond.
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.
Sustainable Innovation
Support a Crowdfunded Sustainability Innovation
Small contributions can drive big ideas. I will support a crowdfunded sustainability project to help bring innovative, eco-friendly solutions to life and share the project on social media or on the Ecochallenge feed.
Community and Connection
Share Information about Local Resources
Knowledge of local resources helps communities thrive. I will learn about local resources, especially mutual aid groups, and share them with others on social media, in conversations, or in other ways that help spread the word.
Community and Connection
Offer a Skill or Service
Sharing our talents can benefit those around us. I will offer my skills or services to support my community, such as helping someone with a task, tutoring, repairing something, or volunteering my expertise.
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.
Sustainable Innovation
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
When companies and governments make large-scale changes to their products and practices, it makes sustainability more accessible to the masses, in turn creating further demand for sustainable products, and the cycle continues. I will advocate for improved, sustainable food packaging through petitions, letters, or by supporting brands that prioritize eco-friendly packaging - and share my advocacy actions on the feed.
Health and Well-Being
Share a Health or Well-being Resource
Sharing knowledge helps others nurture their well-being. Through social media, in the Ecochallenge feed, or in conversations, I will share 2 health or well-being resources with friends, family, or my community to promote a healthier, more resilient world.
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.
Community and Connection
Visit or Learn About a Culturally Significant Site Near Me
Sites of cultural and spiritual significance hold deep meaning for many communities, particularly Indigenous peoples. I will learn about or visit a site near me that is significant to the history, culture, or environment of the area. I will approach my visit with respect by researching its importance and guidelines beforehand, reflecting on how we can preserve these spaces for future generations.
Community and Connection
Swap and Share with Others
Swapping and sharing resources reduces waste and builds community bonds. I will participate in 1 swaps or sharing activities, like borrowing items, attending or hosting a swap meet, or giving away items I no longer need to support a sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
Sustainable Innovation
Support Resilient Powergrids
A community can be brought to its knees without dependable power, often affecting the most vulnerable. I will write 1 letters or emails per day to a public official or company to advocate for a more resilient power grid (e.g. microgrids, solar storage).
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.
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.
Empowering the Next Generation
Donate to Support Emerging Leaders
Investing in young leaders helps shape the future. I will make a donation to a program or organization that supports emerging environmental leaders.
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 1 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.
Health and Well-Being
Prepare for Extreme Weather
Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.
Land, Water, and Air
Advocate for Wetlands and the Ocean
Wetlands provide critical habitat and protect against flooding. I will write 1 letters or emails per day to a public official or representative to advocate for policies that protect wetlands.
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.
Participant Feed
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Maheshwari Sangale 4/29/2025 10:19 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
🌿 The Final Day — But Just the Beginning 🌍
Today marks the last day of #EcoChallenge2025 — and what an inspiring journey it’s been! From mindful habits to daily action, I’ve learned that sustainability isn’t about perfection, but progress.This challenge may end today, but the mindset and commitment to a greener future will continue. Every choice matters — and together, we can keep the momentum alive.Here’s to small steps, big change, and a planet worth fighting for! 🌱#EcoChallenge #LastDayButNotTheEnd #SustainableFuture #KeepGoingGreen #EcoEveryday -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/28/2025 9:41 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
🌎 Biggest Threat to Our Environment: Pollution 🌎One of the most dangerous things harming our environment is pollution — air, water, soil, and even noise pollution. It leads to global warming, health problems, extinction of species, and destroys natural ecosystems.🚫 Major Causes:- Industrial waste
- Plastic usage
- Fossil fuels
- Deforestation
- Overconsumption
✅ Solutions We Can Adopt:- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle ♻️
- Switch to renewable energy sources ☀️
- Plant more trees 🌳
- Minimize plastic use 🛍️
- Support eco-friendly products and companies 🌱
- Spread awareness and educate others 📢
Small actions lead to big changes. Let's protect our planet together! 🌍✨#SaveEarth #GoGreen #EcoFriendly #ClimateAction -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/27/2025 9:39 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
The Power of Youth: Change Starts Now!
The world needs your energy, your creativity, and your voice more than ever.
You are not just the leaders of tomorrow — you are the leaders of today.
Every dream you chase, every stand you take, and every action you choose has the power to change lives and shape a better world.
Believe in your strength. Act with purpose. Inspire others by being unstoppable.
The future is yours — let’s build it together!
#YouthPower #YoungLeaders #MotivationMonday #FutureIsNow #DreamBigActBold -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/27/2025 10:19 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
Small Changes, Big DifferenceEvery choice we make—what we buy, how we live, how we care—shapes the world around us.
Start small: save water, refuse plastic, plant a tree, spread kindness.
Together, small actions can create a future full of hope and green.#SmallStepsBigImpact #EcoFriendlyLiving #ChangeStartsWithUs #BetterTomorrow -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/27/2025 10:15 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
🚫 The Hidden Cost of Diaper Waste 🚫Did you know?
Disposable diapers take over 500 years to decompose in landfills!
Every year, billions of diapers are thrown away, contributing massively to soil and water pollution.
They contain plastics, chemicals, and gels that leak harmful substances into the environment—and they're often non-recyclable.Why is diaper waste harmful?
🔹 Fills landfills and causes pollution
🔹 Releases methane gas (a potent greenhouse gas)
🔹 Contaminates soil and groundwater with chemicals
🔹 Wastes natural resources during productionEco-friendly alternatives:
🌱 Cloth Diapers — Reusable, washable, and breathable.
🌱 Biodegradable Diapers — Made from natural fibers that break down faster.
🌱 Hybrid Diapers — Part reusable, part disposable with compostable inserts.
🌱 Early Potty Training — Reducing diaper use earlier can lower waste significantly.Every small choice makes a big difference for future generations.
Let’s rethink diapers for a healthier planet!#EcoParenting #SustainableChoices #DiaperWaste #GreenParenting #PlanetOverPlastic -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/25/2025 11:36 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
🛑 Soil Pollution: The Hidden Crisis Beneath Our Feet 🌍Toxic chemicals, plastic waste, pesticides, and industrial dumping are silently killing the ground we rely on for food, water, and life.
Once fertile soil is turning barren—impacting crops, contaminating water, and harming health.
🌱 Solutions to Soil Pollution 🌍-
Promote Organic Farming
Avoid synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Use compost, manure, and natural pest control methods. -
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Minimize plastic use and properly dispose of hazardous waste to prevent it from seeping into the soil. -
Plant More Trees and Cover Crops
Trees prevent soil erosion, while cover crops improve soil structure and prevent runoff. -
Clean Up Contaminated Sites
Bioremediation and phytoremediation (using plants to absorb toxins) can restore polluted soil. -
Regulate Industrial Waste Disposal
Stronger policies are needed to ensure factories treat their waste properly before releasing it into the environment. -
Raise Awareness & Educate
Teach communities, especially farmers and youth, about the impact of soil pollution and how to prevent it.
Let’s reduce waste, use natural alternatives, and protect the earth from the ground up.
🌱 Healthy soil = Healthy planet. -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/25/2025 12:06 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
Whispers of the Wild
Beneath the sky so wide and blue,
The earth wears robes of morning dew.
The trees, they sway with stories old,
In silent tongues, their truths unfold.The river hums a lullaby,
While mountains watch with ancient eye.
The breeze, it speaks in hush and hush—
A gentle voice, a sacred hush.No need for words, no need for plans,
Just barefoot walks on breathing lands.
In nature’s arms, we learn to be—
A part of all, wild, whole, and free. -
Maheshwari Sangale 4/24/2025 12:30 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY IS THE FUTURE! 🌍⚡From the power of the sun and wind to the deep heat of the Earth and the flow of our rivers and oceans — there are so many clean, renewable energy sources available to us.These amazing visual highlights the key types:
✅ Solar Heat & Solar Electricity
✅ Wind Energy
✅ Geothermal Energy
✅ Hydropower
✅ Ocean EnergyIt's time to shift towards a greener, cleaner world. Every bit of awareness matters. Let's choose sustainability and protect our planet!#SustainableEnergy #CleanEnergy #RenewableResources #ClimateAction #GreenFuture #EcoFriendlyLiving-
Aishwarya Bhoj 4/24/2025 2:04 AM- Artist 🎨
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Maheshwari Sangale 4/23/2025 1:39 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
Balancing growth with responsibility.
Economic development and environmental protection don’t have to be at odds. In fact, they go hand in hand when we choose sustainable agriculture, responsible consumption, and invest in green infrastructure.Let’s build a future where progress means more than profit—where innovation and care for the planet work together to ensure resources for generations to come.
#Sustainability #GreenFuture #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #ClimateAction #SmartGrowth-
JungHyun Shin 4/23/2025 1:42 AM- Artist 🎨
- 4-DAY STREAK
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Maheshwari Sangale 4/21/2025 10:01 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant Parent 🪴
- 17-DAY STREAK
🌍 Happy Earth Day...!Today, we celebrate the beauty and importance of our planet. It's a reminder that every small action counts in protecting the Earth for future generations. Whether it’s reducing waste, conserving water, supporting sustainable brands, or simply taking a moment to enjoy nature—together, we can make a difference.Let’s commit to taking care of the Earth, not just today but every day.