Earth Month Ecochallenge 2023: Sustainable Development Goals

April 1 - April 30, 2023

Debbie Williams

"To help improve society’s and my mental health by helping preserve and conserve the environment through considerate actions while living a balanced life- sustainability, determination and love is key."

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
490 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

1.0

community event

hosted or attended
UP TO

2.0

documentaries

watched
UP TO

340

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

2.0

lightbulbs

replaced
UP TO

1.0

meatless or vegan meal

consumed
UP TO

48

miles

not traveled by car
UP TO

410

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

1,230

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

46

pieces of litter

picked up
UP TO

6.8

pounds

food waste prevented
UP TO

87

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

40

zero-waste meals

consumed

Debbie's actions

Education & Livelihood

Research Impact Investing

SDG 8

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Share Your Eco Habits

SDG 11

Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Make Zero-Waste Meals

SDG 2

I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Host or Join a Cleanup Event

SDG 11, 17

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

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 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

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

SDG 3, 5, 10, 16

I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Choose LED Bulbs

SDG 7

I will replace 3 incandescent light bulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Analyze Your Utility Bills

SDG 7

I spend 30 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Calculate Your Carbon Impact

SDG 13

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Climate & Ecosystems

Drive Less

SDG 13

To reduce CO2 emissions each day, I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

Debbie Williams 4/29/2023 8:32 PM

I want to do better for my holistic growth and my society. I want a better world for me and my loved ones.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Education & Livelihood Host or Join a Cleanup Event

How does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?

Debbie Williams 4/15/2023 6:49 PM

I was on my own. It was so depressing. How can we encourage adults to do better; I mean I have tried, I have seen others tried. I guess doing having events with rewards to encourage people to clean more, may help; start with schools, as well, as we can better influence kids who may influence their parents. I love this ecochallenge though, it was really inspirational.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace

What did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?

Debbie Williams 4/15/2023 6:39 PM

It was depressing, eye-opening and educational as I have experienced before with these documentaries.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems Drive Less

How has your access to various kinds of transportation throughout your life influenced your current attitudes about transportation and your transportation behavior?

Debbie Williams 4/15/2023 6:37 PM

I will a bicycle lane to encourage more people to ride as it will be safe for them to…; I rather there be less driving in the main towns as it is small enough for walking and causes less tension between drivers since the roads are narrow. It is not necessary for so many cars to be on the road in the main towns; there should be a safe parking space on the outskirts. I already drive less so as to save gas and causes I have enough in my plate.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe

What was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!

Debbie Williams 4/12/2023 4:30 AM

I tried using tofu mixed with vegetables and couscous and fresh seasonings.

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- Debbie Williams 4/12/2023 4:46 AM
  
  It was delicious but I still have to learn how to dry the tofu properly so it can be cooked better.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Education & Livelihood Share Your Eco Habits

How do you create new sustainability-related habits or change bad habits?

Debbie Williams 4/10/2023 10:01 AM

One of the things I have started doing is composting.

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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?

Debbie Williams 4/10/2023 10:00 AM

I have already done this, as being chronically ill and unemployed, so dependent on my husband, has allowed us to analyze how to spend effectively.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities Choose LED Bulbs

Changing lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?

Debbie Williams 4/10/2023 9:58 AM

I already do this, as I have learnt it's energy-efficient.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities Analyze Your Utility Bills

What was the most interesting thing you learned from analyzing your utility bill? What are some ways you can save energy and water?

Debbie Williams 4/10/2023 9:58 AM

I can save water--gosh, I have been trying for a while but it is to stay focus and remember-- by closing the tap while I brush my teeth; I can use a cup of water to ensure I don't waste. I should have a designated cup just for that.

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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?

Debbie Williams 4/10/2023 9:55 AM

I love nature so I often go for walks, jogs, or a drive... to help manage my mental illness and connect with nature. I try not to increase my carbon foot-print by having unnecessary drives.

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