

Ann Jones
"Learn about different ways I can make a difference"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,280 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2,510minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO580gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1,145minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,510minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Ann's actions
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will visit ewg.org to learn about and use their Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen produce lists.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 30 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.
Climate & Ecosystems
Support Local Pollinators
SDG #15 Life On Land
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will spend 30 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Basic Needs & Security
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will spend 30 minutes learning about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.
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.
Health & Equity
Learn About Gender Diversity
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend 30 minutes learning about gender diversity.
Economy & Communities
Find out where your energy comes from
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 30 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.
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.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will replace 30 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
Practice A Sharing Economy
SDG #1 No Poverty
Each day, I will engage in a sharing economy among my family, friends, and neighbors.
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.
Economy & Communities
Induction Cooking
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 30 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.
Health & Equity
Learn About Participation and Representation
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women and girl's equal participation and representation around the world.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women and girl's equitable participation or representation in your community? Do you experience these barriers?
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Ann Jones 4/29/2022 4:45 PMI have really enjoyed being part of this challenge!!!-
Brian Nelson (SSC) 4/29/2022 6:58 PM
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Ann Jones 4/28/2022 6:36 PMOnly a few days left to get all my one time actions done -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhere does the energy in your region come from? Which energy is a renewable source?
Ann Jones 4/28/2022 6:32 PMI learned a lot about electricity and several alternatives. I am going to do some research to see if I can cut back on my electricity usage.-
Brian Nelson (SSC) 4/29/2022 9:20 AMIt's an initial expense, but they've got some pretty cool tools these days for tracking one's energy use at home...it's interesting to see one's numbers change - drastically in some cases - as you see where your energy hogs are. https://www.energysage.com/energy-products/energy-monitors/
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Ann Jones 4/26/2022 3:12 PMI have enjoyed the daily challenges, I have learned a lot!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWould you consider using an induction cooking surface? If you have used one before, what do you like about induction cooking?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsWhat is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Ann Jones 4/23/2022 9:09 AMI’ve never used these lists before but I definitely am going to use them now I was very surprised about the dirty list and will be avoiding those products in the future. I was pleasantly surprised by the clean list because a lot of the items included there are foods that I eat. Very informative