Madeline Willson

F&B - Global

"I hope to make small, sustainable changes in my daily life to make a positive impact!"

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participant impact

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1.0

carbon footprint

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14

single-use bags

not sent to the landfill
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3.0

local or diverse businesses

supported
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1.0

community event

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Madeline's actions

Wildlife

Use Reusable Bags

Plastic bags do not always end up in landfills and if they aren't properly disposed of. In nature, they can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and harm wildlife. When I go shopping, I will be sure to bring my own bags to reduce waste and the chance that plastic bags could find their way into wildlife habitats.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Support Local Businesses

Supporting local businesses helps keep communities vibrant and resilient. I will choose to shop at 4 local businesses or restaurants, with a focus on businesses owned by people of color, local farmers, or community members.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Health and Well-Being

Declutter and Donate

Decluttering can reduce stress and benefit others. I will declutter my home and donate items I no longer need to support others in my community.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Land, Water, and Air

Calculate My Carbon Impact

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Learn how Businesses measure their Carbon footprint

Businesses can play a big role in reducing carbon emissions and it starts with measuring them. I will review the video and infographic provided to learn about the three Scopes of corporate greenhouse gas emissions, and how Donaldson is managing and reducing operational emissions at all our sites. I will think about and share my reduction ideas in the link provided.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Sustainable Innovation

Learn about climate action specific to your job function

As engines that keep all businesses running, employees can be catalysts for more sustainable outcomes at scale. I will spend at least 20 minutes reviewing the action guide specific to my job function (scroll down to the circles in the linked page below) and think about one way I could drive more positive impact in my current job

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Land, Water, and Air

Where in your life do you emit the most carbon? What change are you willing to make in your daily life to reduce this output?
Madeline Willson 4/23/2025 6:50 AM
- Adventurer 🏔
- 3-DAY STREAK
My carbon footprint came out to be 7.9 tons which is a bit higher that I was expecting! Most of this comes from my travel habits. I drive to work, grocery shopping, and leisure activities as it is more convenient for me, as well as flying to visit my family. In the future I would like to explore more public transportation options for shopping and leisure activities. I would have to explore more options if I wanted to take public transportation to work. . .
As for visiting family, I would love to try and take the Amtrak to Chicago! I rode this once from Wisconsin Dells back to the Twin Cities and the experience was fun and peaceful compared to flying or driving. The next time I plan to be with family for a longer period of time, I will try to consider the train more!

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- Katherine Marchetti 4/28/2025 12:00 PM
  
  Exercise Lover 🤸
  
  17-DAY STREAK
  I think a lot about the drive to leisure activities- I run a lot, and often end up driving somewhere to do it for the sake of a route/company. I'm trying to change the habit, or at least make it "worth it"- for example, not driving anywhere for a run shorter than 4-5 miles. There are not a lot of public transport options in my city, but they're working on making it safer for cycling, which really helps with closer errands or activities.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community and Connection

What was the most rewarding part of bringing people together for a gathering? Did you experience any challenges in hosting, and if so, how did you overcome them?
Madeline Willson 4/21/2025 10:51 AM
- Adventurer 🏔
- 3-DAY STREAK
I think what makes hosting a rewarding experience is that you can witness connections being made that are new and old. I hosted a small family gathering and while we all knew each other, there are some parts of my family that do not see each other often. It is nice to see people catch up and talk about future plans being made. I think the only thing that could have been improved was more opportunities for connections such as games or entertainment!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Wildlife

How difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Madeline Willson 4/14/2025 6:47 AM
- Adventurer 🏔
- 3-DAY STREAK
I have incorporated reusable bags into my weekly shopping routine. I find that reusable bags are typically a lot easier to use and can fit more items than your typical plastic bag. I also have found it very convenient to carry a reusable bag on me at all times, so it is there if I need it!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community and Connection

What did you learn about the businesses or owners you supported? How does shopping locally contribute to a more vibrant and resilient community?
Madeline Willson 4/07/2025 1:38 PM
- Adventurer 🏔
- 3-DAY STREAK
This weekend I shopped at a local grocery store. It is nice to know that while I complete needed tasks, I am supporting people in my community!

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