Geno Persico
"My mission is to learn more about how I can live a more sustainable life and also act on it. Another goal is take what I learn and do and teach friends and family to do the same. "A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.""
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO600gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO570minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,960minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2,960minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Geno's actions
Economy & Communities
Create A Readiness Plan
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will develop a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG #8 Work & Economy
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily rest during work days to practice work-life balance.
Education & Livelihood
Learn About The Education & Livelihood SDGs
SDG #4, 8, 11 & 17
I will spend 30 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Education & Livelihood
Volunteer In My Community
SDG #11 Communities
I will volunteer hour(s) in my community.
Economy & Communities
[WSP Custom Action] Create an Electrification and Clean Energy Plan
I will sign up with YellowTin to develop a personal electrification and clean energy roadmap.
Economy & Communities
Learn About The Economy & Communities SDGs
SDG #7, 9 & 12
I will spend 30 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Economy & Communities
Online Energy Audit
SDG #7 Energy
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About The Climate & Ecosystems SDGs
SDG #13, 14 & 15
I will spend 30 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 60 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will replace 130 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Education & Livelihood
Research Impact Investing
SDG #8 Work & Economy
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.
Climate & Ecosystems
[WSP Custom Action] Learn How to Take Action on the SDGs
I will watch this 30 minute free course through the UN Global Compact Academy to learn more about the SDGs and how to take action.
Economy & Communities
Find out where your energy comes from
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 60 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.
Basic Needs & Security
[WSP Custom Action] Learn about Water Conservation and Equity
I will read the article "Improving Water Conservation Through an Equity Lens" on WSP Insights.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer
SDG #1 No Poverty
In my community, I will volunteer at a community shelter, food pantry or soup kitchen.
Economy & Communities
Understand Your Climate And Natural Disaster Risks
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will spend 15 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.
Climate & Ecosystems
Clean Up Trash
I pledge to get out once a week and clean up trash around my residence. The goal is to encourage others to follow suit, but also to promote a healthier and cleaner environment free of waste. Also, to recycle material picked up.
Basic Needs & Security
Get To Know Your Watershed
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will spend 30 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.
Climate & Ecosystems
Riding a bike or walking to and from work/school
To help reduce carbon emissions, I will set a goal of riding my bike to work 2-4 times a week. I choose this to help the environment, reduce greenhouse emissions, and get a nice workout in riding to work:)
Health & Equity
Learn About Gender Diversity
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend 30 minutes learning about gender diversity.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Climate & Ecosystems
Join A Climate Action Orginization
SDG #13 Climate
I will learn about local, national and international climate action organizations that I could join and connect with one or more.
Climate & Ecosystems
Calculate Your Carbon Impact
SDG #13 Climate
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.
Climate & Ecosystems
Reduce Single-Use Plastics
SDG #14 & 15
Throughout the day, I will note the single-use plastics I use and consider the reusable options available to me.
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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Geno Persico 4/30/2022 11:28 AMI plan to continue on with my daily actions throughout the year, and take the knowledge I've learned from "one-time actions" and teach others about them! -
Geno Persico 4/28/2022 5:52 PMHope everyone is doing well and enjoying earth month! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities [WSP Custom Action] Create an Electrification and Clean Energy PlanHow can you incorporate electricity-based solutions in your daily life?
Geno Persico 4/25/2022 7:40 AMBy using less gas-based appliances and more electricity-based. Although I live in an apartment, my goal is to install solar panels on my roof when I own a home. -
Geno Persico 4/25/2022 7:39 AMA month ecochallenge should be extended to be every month of the year! Just like everyday should be Earth day - we as a society need to strive to work on having more sustainable lifestyles for the environment and our well-being. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Volunteer In My CommunityWhat is one thing you can do to help your community become more sustainable?
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 10:13 AMBy getting people to go out and clean up trash. From there, you can start to grow and provide much needed sustainability lessons to people who are unsure of it and the benefits it provides. Cleaning up trash will educate those the issue with litter and the growing micro-plastics issue as well as give them the ability to see nature and why it's important to keep it clean! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Learn About The Education & Livelihood SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 10:10 AMEducation - providing education to all is crucial in order for our society to prosper. But adding to that, providing education on sustainability and introducing young learners to these concepts will plant a seed in their young and creative brains to create answers to future questions. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Learn About The Economy & Communities SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 10:08 AMSustainability and reliable energy. It's important to have ubiquitous energy to ensure all systems are running, but promoting and switching to clean and renewable energy can ensure the former but also reduce the carbon footprint. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Create A Readiness PlanWhat was it like to create a readiness plan? Did you find other resources you could share?
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 10:06 AMIt eye-opening to think about the finer details of preparing and be ready for an event to happen. It's important to cover the basics and know what your moving parts should be if you need to set your plan into motion. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & Ecosystems Learn About The Climate & Ecosystems SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 10:03 AMA linking factor between this group is water. It is important that we manage and protect our hydrologic cycle. The hydrologic cycle is referred to as the bloodstream of the Earth. Rivers, lakes, seas, and oceans are connected through it. Within these and other bodies of water are vast and unique ecosystems that promote motion and sustainability. -
Geno Persico 4/21/2022 8:39 AMEarth Day is tomorrow - who has big plans?? :)