Anna Maria Waterhouse
"Love can change our world. "
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,635 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO561gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO35meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,290minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,360minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2,360minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO11poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO24pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO66zero-waste mealsconsumed
Anna Maria's actions
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.
Education & Livelihood
Learn About The Education & Livelihood SDGs
SDG #4, 8, 11 & 17
I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.
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.
Health & Equity
Learn About The Health & Equity SDGs
SDG #3, 5, 10 & 16
I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Health & Equity
Learn About Gender Diversity
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend 30 minutes learning about gender diversity.
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.
Basic Needs & Security
Learn About the Basic Needs & Security SDGs
SDG #1, 2 & 6
I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Economy & Communities
Learn About The Economy & Communities SDGs
SDG #7, 9 & 12
I will spend 60 minutes learning about these SDGs.
Economy & Communities
Find out where your energy comes from
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 60 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 30 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.
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.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.
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
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
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 20 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.
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
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.
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.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will spend 15 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About The Climate & Ecosystems SDGs
SDG #13, 14 & 15
I will spend 30 minutes learning about these SDGs.
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.
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
Make Zero-Waste Meals
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Learn About The Economy & Communities SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/30/2022 4:50 AMThe need for accelerated action and innovation for sustainable and modern renewable energy for all -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Create A Readiness PlanWhat was it like to create a readiness plan? Did you find other resources you could share?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/29/2022 2:45 AMMaking sure the first aid kit is up to date and will use and replenish any emergency supplies in stock that are close to expiring. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & Ecosystems Learn About Invasive SpeciesWhat is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/28/2022 3:51 AMThe 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. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Reduce Animal Product ConsumptionWhat 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 AMTossed mushrooms with lots of parsley and basil sprinkled with fresh dandelion, calendula petals and nasturtium flowers. Quick. Simple. Yum. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Equity Spend Time OutsideWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/24/2022 2:18 AMSpending 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. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Learn About the Basic Needs & Security SDGsWhat was a linking factor across this group of SDGs?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/24/2022 1:57 AMSDG 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. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Get To Know Your WatershedWhat watershed do you live in presently? What is something interesting or unique about your watershed?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/23/2022 1:24 AMPresently 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. -
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/22/2022 10:05 PMThe 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 QUESTIONEconomy & Communities Find out where your energy comes fromWhere does the energy in your region come from? Which energy is a renewable source?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/22/2022 12:29 AMThe energy generated in NZ is 100% renewable - hydro, wind and geothermal. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & Ecosystems Join A Climate Action OrginizationWhat area of climate action are you most passionate about and why?
Anna Maria Waterhouse 4/21/2022 4:51 AMTrees, 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.