Earth Month Ecochallenge 2022: Sustainable Development Goals

April 1 - April 30, 2022

"Love can change our world. "

Anna Maria's points

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
1,635 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

561

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

1,290

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

35

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

11

pounds

food waste prevented
UP TO

2,360

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

66

zero-waste meals

consumed
UP TO

24

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

2,360

minutes

not spent in front of a screen

Anna Maria's actions

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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 15 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Learn About Invasive Species

SDG #14 & 15

I will spend 20 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Make Zero-Waste Meals

SDG #2 Zero Hunger

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

COMPLETED 27
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 26
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 27
DAILY ACTIONS

Climate & Ecosystems

Learn About The Climate & Ecosystems SDGs

SDG #13, 14 & 15

I will spend 30 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Practice Mindfulness

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

COMPLETED 27
DAILY ACTIONS

Basic Needs & Security

Learn About the Basic Needs & Security SDGs

SDG #1, 2 & 6

I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Induction Cooking

SDG #7 Energy

I will spend 20 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Learn About Gender Diversity

SDG #5 Gender

I will spend 30 minutes learning about gender diversity.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure

I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Learn About Participation and Representation

SDG #5 Gender

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the barriers to women and girl's equal participation and representation around the world.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Understand Your Climate And Natural Disaster Risks

SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME 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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Safe Disposal of Medications and Household Chemicals

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will spend 20 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Economy & Communities

Learn About The Economy & Communities SDGs

SDG #7, 9 & 12

I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health & Equity

Learn About The Health & Equity SDGs

SDG #3, 5, 10 & 16

I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Education & Livelihood

Learn About The Education & Livelihood SDGs

SDG #4, 8, 11 & 17

I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Reduce Animal Product Consumption

SDG #2 Zero Hunger

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

What was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/30/2022 4:50 AM

The need for accelerated action and innovation for sustainable and modern renewable energy for all

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

What was it like to create a readiness plan? Did you find other resources you could share?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/29/2022 2:45 AM

Making sure the first aid kit is up to date and will use and replenish any emergency supplies in stock that are close to expiring.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

What is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/28/2022 3:51 AM

The moth plant which has pods that resemble chayote is an invasive weed. It spreads quickly and a threat to our native plants', it's seeds are poisonous and the sap can cause dermititis. Removing these ones from the garden today.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/28/2022 3:18 AM

Tossed mushrooms with lots of parsley and basil sprinkled with fresh dandelion, calendula petals and nasturtium flowers. Quick. Simple. Yum.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/24/2022 2:18 AM

Spending most of your time inside and on screens can lead to a variety of health issues and impact relationships. It has been linked to obesity and depression. Spending several hours at a computer can also increase the risk of stroke or heart attack and looking at a screen for lengthy periods can strain the eyes, disrupt circadian rhythms and sleep patterns.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/24/2022 1:57 AM

SDG 1 No Poverty
SDG 2 Ending hunger
SDG 6 Access to water, sanitation and hygiene
The global pandemic was the linking factor across these SDG's.
Covid-19 has led to the first rise in extreme poverty in a generation, exacerbating world hunger. 2.37B are without food or unable to eat a regular healthy balanced diet. Billion's also lack access to safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene. Ensuring everyone has access to these basic amenities is essential for Covid-19 recovery.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What watershed do you live in presently? What is something interesting or unique about your watershed?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/23/2022 1:24 AM

Presently living in the Auckland - Manukau Harbour watershed. Maori, indigenous to NZ have a physical and spiritual relationship to water. Water contains a vital life source (mauri) and considered a taonga (treasure) to be protected for future generations as it's vital to the life and health of all living things.

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Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/22/2022 10:05 PM

The cosmos awakening, reaching skyward; feet planted on Mother Earth gazing up to a complex and orderly system.
To all on Mother Earth and those on stations in the galaxy, Happy Earth Day.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

Where does the energy in your region come from? Which energy is a renewable source?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/22/2022 12:29 AM

The energy generated in NZ is 100% renewable - hydro, wind and geothermal.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

What area of climate action are you most passionate about and why?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/21/2022 4:51 AM

Trees, they're essential for breathwork and survival of ecosystems. Planting native trees helps improve air quality, waterways, stabilises soil and provides both a habitat and food source for native birds, bees and insects. I'm supporting Trees That Count and donating trees to a region in NZ that has recently experienced major flooding.

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