Earth Month Ecochallenge 2022: Sustainable Development Goals

April 1 - April 30, 2022

Marcus's points

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
183 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

40

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

60

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

2.0

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

270

minutes

spent outdoors

Marcus's actions

Climate & Ecosystems

Explore My Area

SDG #14 & 15

Each day, I will spend 30 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

COMPLETED 2
DAILY 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.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Make Zero-Waste Meals

SDG #2 Zero Hunger

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Health & Equity

Learn About The Health & Equity SDGs

SDG #3, 5, 10 & 16

I will spend 20 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Practice Mindfulness

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Reduce Animal Product Consumption

SDG #2 Zero Hunger

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What was it like to practice mindfulness? If this is a practice for you already, what was something new you understood in practicing during Earth Month?
Marcus Leck 4/07/2022 1:37 PM

Although I have been attempting to practice mindfulness for years, only last month did I start a regimented routine with the guidance of SERENITY (https://serenitymeditations.co.uk/), a guided meditation course with over 80 free unlockable daily "lessons" to work through. This is how I prepare my mind for bed every night--I'm asleep in 10 minutes!

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- Elizabeth Wypasek 4/08/2022 12:31 PM
  
  Awesome! Creating habits that support your goals is terrific! Have you heard of Habit Stacking? One of the best ways to build a new habit is to identify a current habit you already do each day and then stack your new behavior on top. This is called habit stacking. I love the book Atomic Habits by Bexley Resident James Clear. Check it out!
  
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- Elizabeth Ellman 4/07/2022 5:58 PM
  
  Amazing! This must be a wonderful feeling, especially if you can be mindful throughout the day and not just at night.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Marcus Leck 4/07/2022 1:29 PM

equity

Go to the source for everything you could possibly want to know about SDGs. https://www.undp.org/sustainable-development-goals

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- Elizabeth Ellman 4/07/2022 6:02 PM
  
  You might be interested in https://www.greenbexley.org/environmental-justice. If you take a look, I'd love to know what speaks to you!
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

With 5-minute or less showers reducing your water footprint, what do you plan to add next to your water conservation habits?
Marcus Leck 4/03/2022 1:01 PM

In stead of dumping unfinished water glasses down the sink, use them to water plants or refill the dog dish.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

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?
Marcus Leck 4/03/2022 12:58 PM

The time I spent outdoors was actually in my own yard, but I discovered new plant life! It's called Woodland Stonecrop, and it apparently does really well in this climate. I cleared some weeds and debris from the area, hoping it will spread. Not only was this discovery uplifting, but the 3 hours of sunlight and earthy grounding was greatly appreciated and overdue for my sense of well-being.

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