RAKESH SINGH_YADAV
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 591 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO224pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO199single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0water footprintcalculated
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
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UP TO408minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO391minutesspent learning
RAKESH's actions
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Save the Bees
Bees are vital to ecosystems. To help save the bees, I will learn which local flowers provide nectar and plant them in my backyard or in a pot on my balcony.
Action Track: Community
Sustainability Lunch and Learn
Learning in a social setting can inspire connection and change. I will work with a friend or colleague to plan and host a lunch and learn at work, school, in my neighborhood or other location to learn more about an environmental topic important to me. After the lunch and learn, I will share more about it on the feed.
Action Track: Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hours in my community.
Climate + Air
Online Energy Audit
Energy use and waste is often invisible. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Land + Forests
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 60 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Land + Forests
Choose Eco-Friendly Wood and Paper
Trees provide food and habitat for local wildlife species, shade our streets and homes, and help keep our air and water clean by capturing pollutants. Buying products that help protect forests makes a difference. I will only purchase wood, furniture, and paper products from ecologically certified sources such as Forest Stewardship Council.
Land + Forests
Zero Waste Day
The impacts of our waste are far reaching. I will create zero waste for an entire day and share my reflections and learnings on the feed.
Land + Forests
Personal Waste Audit
The waste we create daily can go unnoticed. I will track the waste I create in a day and post a photo log on the feed to see how much I create and where I can make different choices to reduce my waste going forward.
Freshwater + Oceans
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 45 minutes learning more about the importance of freshwater + ocean conservation, and how I can reduce my water use. I will share what I learn with people in person, on social media, and on the feed.
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.
Action Track: Community
Borrow Before I Buy
Why buy something I will only use once or a few times if someone nearby has it for me to borrow, and why not share something I have that someone may only need a few times a year? To reduce my consumption and waste, I will create or support the sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.
Action Track: Community
JOIN OR CREATE A GREEN TEAM AT EMERSON
I will continue to contribute to Emerson's environmental sustainability goals beyond April by learning more about the Global Green Teams Network, joining a team near me, or maybe even creating a new team.
Action Track: Community
SIGN UP TO RECEIVE NEWS ON SUSTAINABILITY AT EMERSON
I will sign up to the Sustainability Aficionados distribution list to receive global news on sustainability at Emerson, including world news and Greening OF, BY, and WITH news.
Action Track: Community
TAKE PICTURES AND SHARE ON LINKEDIN
I will take at least one photograph that is connected with this year's theme of Nature Conservation & Biodiversity (for example an urban park, bee hives, birds and other animals...) and I will post it on LinkedIn with the hashtags #EarthMonthEcochallenge #EarthMonthAtEmerson.
Action Track: Community
ATTEND THE ECOCHALLENGE CONSERVATION WEBINAR
On Wed 24th April, I will attend the Earth Month Ecochallenge Webinar on Conservation to learn about what individuals, companies and other organizations can do to promote biodiversity and nature protection.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Use Reusable Bags
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and can end up in habitats that harm wildlife. I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Climate + Air
Consume only Needs vs Wants
The more stuff we consume, the more greenhouse gasses we put into the atmosphere. I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach this month and only buy things I need.
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.
Land + Forests
30 for 30 in Nature
Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside (in a large or small patch of nature), then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
Land + Forests
Keep My Community Clean
At times it may not feel like it's up to us to keep our community clean and healthy, but we all have a role to play. Each day I am outside, I will pick up any litter I see.
Land + Forests
Plant Trees
Trees capture carbon and produce oxygen that is essential to life on earth. I will support this important piece of nature by organizing or joining a community group to plant 1 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.
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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RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/14/2024 10:31 PMTurn off lights and appliances: When not in use, switch off lights, TVs, and other electronics. Reduce meat consumption by opting for plant-based meals at least once a week. -
RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/11/2024 9:41 PMTrees are nature’s superheroes. They absorb carbon dioxide, provide oxygen, and support biodiversity. Gather your friends or family and plant a tree in your backyard or a local green space. -
RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/10/2024 9:43 PMNature is our greatest teacher. Let’s be curious like detectives, exploring the wonders of our local ecosystems! -
RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/09/2024 9:57 PMLet’s raise awareness about the impact of plastic bags on our environment. These seemingly innocuous bags have far-reaching consequences that affect our planet, wildlife, and even human health.The Hidden Cost of Plastic Bags: Unveiling the Truth- Death of Animals: Plastic bags silently claim the lives of approximately 100,000 animals annually. Whales, dolphins, turtles, penguins—they all fall victim. These creatures mistake floating plastic bags for food, leading to ingestion. Sea turtles, for instance, often confuse them with jellyfish. Plastic accumulates in their stomachs, causing fatal consequences. Even after the animal decomposes, the plastic remains intact, perpetuating the cycle.
- Non-Biodegradability: Plastic bags stubbornly resist decomposition. They can take up to 2,000 years to break down completely. Imagine the cumulative impact of all the plastic bags ever manufactured—still lingering in our environment.
- Petroleum Dependency: Production of plastic bags consumes 60-100 million barrels of oil from our precious petroleum reserves. As we deplete this resource, petroleum product prices soar.
- Toxic Chemicals: Meals heated or consumed in plastic bags release toxic chemicals. Bisphenol-A (BPA), used to make plastic flexible, poses serious health risks. Studies link BPA exposure to ulcers, asthma, obesity, and certain cancers. It disrupts reproductive development and functions, affecting both humans and wildlife.
- Air and Water Pollution: When plastic bags perish under sunlight, they release toxic substances into the soil. Burning plastic bags emits harmful compounds, polluting the air. In poorer countries, plastic waste serves as fuel for cooking, exposing people to health hazards.
Let’s take action! Say no to plastic bags. opt for reusable alternatives. Our choices ripple through ecosystems, affecting every creature. Together, we can create a cleaner, healthier world.Remember, every small step counts. -
RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/09/2024 9:33 PMLet’s keep up the momentum! As members of the This Team, we’re committed to taking daily actions that resonate with our values. Whether it’s reducing plastic waste, planting trees, or advocating for cleaner air, every small step counts. Share your progress, encourage fellow teammates, and celebrate the positive habits we’re fostering during this 30-day Earth Month Eco challenge. Our efforts ripple outward, creating a wave of change that extends beyond our screens and into the world.
Remember: Conserving Every Ecosystem, Caring for Every Creature is our shared mission. Let’s make it count!"Thanks to all! -
RAKESH SINGH_YADAV 4/08/2024 10:12 PMEarth Month Eco challenge 2024: Conservation is in full swing! Am committing to actions that protect our planet. From safeguarding forests to advocating for clean oceans, am creating positive change. Let’s conserve, care, and harmonize for a sustainable future!-
Ashwina Sampathkumar 4/09/2024 5:39 AMGreat efforts -
Karthikeyan Mohan 4/08/2024 10:34 PMNice
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