Julie Milinovich
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,200 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1,040minutesspent learning
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UP TO460minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO460minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Julie's actions
Economy & Communities
Find out where your energy comes from
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 10 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.
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.
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.
Economy & Communities
Induction Cooking
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 15 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.
Health & Equity
Learn About Gender Diversity
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend 10 minutes learning about gender diversity.
Health & Equity
Support Indigenous & First Nations Communities
SDG #10 Reduced Inequalities
I will spend 10 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.
Health & Equity
Safe Disposal of Medications and Household Chemicals
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will spend 10 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.
Health & Equity
Learn About Equitable Food Access
SDG #10 Reduced Inequalities
I will spend 15 minutes learning about equitable food access and how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.
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.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 10 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 10 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.
Basic Needs & Security
Learn About the Basic Needs & Security SDGs
SDG #1, 2 & 6
I will spend 20 minutes learning about these SDGs.
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.
Education & Livelihood
Plan A Staycation in Your Community
SDG #11 Communities
For an upcoming vacation, I will plan a staycation in my region.
Climate & Ecosystems
Ecological & Xeriscape Gardening
SDG #14 & 15
I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard, or volunteer in my community: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.
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.
Economy & Communities
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
SDG #7 Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
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.
Economy & Communities
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
SDG #12 Consumption & Production
Each day, I will spend 15 minutes learning about sustainable fashion so that I can engage in this practice.
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
Practice Mindfulness
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will replace 15 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
Get To Know Your Watershed
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will spend 20 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.
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.
Participant Feed
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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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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Induction CookingWould you consider using an induction cooking surface? If you have used one before, what do you like about induction cooking?
Julie Milinovich 4/26/2022 6:08 AMI like induction cooktops because they are easier to clean and the space can be used for other purposes when cooking is not taking place. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Understand Your Climate And Natural Disaster RisksWhat are the climate and disaster risks in your region?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Mend ClothingWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Julie Milinovich 4/22/2022 6:23 AMThis was a great reminder to fix the pants that have been sitting in my closet. My advice for others is to start on something simple, you can always remove the thread and start again if needed. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Equity Learn About Gender DiversityWhy is equity for gender diverse individuals important for a just and sustainable society?
Julie Milinovich 4/21/2022 5:40 AMeveryone should be treated equally. If they are not, then it is not a just society. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Choose Clean/Renewable EnergyHow might you be able to get others involved in advocating for the clean energy shift?
Julie Milinovich 4/19/2022 7:31 AMWe plan on sharing the energy savings from our geo thermal system with those who may be interested and benefit from a similar system. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Equity Support Indigenous & First Nations CommunitiesWhy is it important to honor native and indigenous peoples and cultures? What have you learned that is important to you? If you identify with or are a member of an indigenous group, how does your community practice sustainability?
Julie Milinovich 4/19/2022 6:41 AMIt is important to remember those who lived on this land before us. There is rich culture and many tribe members still live here. It is important to know how to be culturally supportive and accepting. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Plan A Staycation in Your CommunityWhat place in your region are you most excited to visit during your staycation?
Julie Milinovich 4/18/2022 7:43 AMThe local parks that has access to a creek or river are our favorite. my kids love to look for cool rocks and treasures that have been tumbled smooth! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Know Your ProduceWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Julie Milinovich 4/18/2022 7:41 AMI didn't realize that mushrooms were on the clean list! I have made an effort to use these lists historically but somehow overlooked mushrooms. -
Julie Milinovich 4/18/2022 6:13 AMWe went for a river walk over the weekend. We enjoyed nature while picking up trash along the way.-
Emily Katzin 4/18/2022 7:29 AMGreat picture! The water looks so clear!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Work-Life BalanceHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Julie Milinovich 4/18/2022 6:11 AMWork-life balance create a more sustainable life for me by allowing me to take a break from the busy workday and reenergize. Doing this consistently over time, makes me have more energy for innovation.