Carlos Casillas
10/08/2019 6:47 AM
because the more we use them the more we damage our ecosystem.
Carlos Casillas
"i´m sure you want a better and cleaner world as me right? Join us."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 586 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO0.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO8.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO393minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO24minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO26organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.2pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
Carlos's actions
High Impact Action Track
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
Health
I will spend 6 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
High Impact Action Track
Ditch the Lawn
Water
I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.
High Impact Action Track
Install Alternative Energy
Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 1 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Nature
Plant Trees
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Nature
Organize a Course
I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
High Impact Action Track
Stay on the Ground
Transportation
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients 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 QUESTIONNature Support Local PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Leave No TraceEducator Stephanie Kaza advises her students to focus on what they care about most when addressing the enormity of ecological problems. Is there a specific area you feel particularly called to work on?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Enjoy the Sunrise/SunsetFather Thomas Berry says, "...our primary purpose is celebration. Celebration of the dawn and the sunset and the different seasons of the year is a religious ritual, a way in which humans can establish their integral relationship with the universe, with the planet Earth." Respond to Berry's assertion.
Carlos Casillas 10/08/2019 6:45 AMi agree, it is refreshing every time you experience something so spiritual as a a sunset . -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
Carlos Casillas 10/08/2019 6:44 AMit´s great to feel that the little you did in the future will provide a better world for future generations-
Mohammed Saad Ahmed 10/09/2019 5:36 AMYou are absolutely right Carlos :)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action Track Stay on the GroundWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Carlos Casillas 10/08/2019 6:43 AMi don´t really fly that much, but i will look for better options for future trips -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action Track Install Alternative EnergyHow is your region being affected by climate change? How will it be affected in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Carlos Casillas 10/08/2019 6:42 AMyou get to know your surroundings and what they provide to your everyday life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Join An Outdoor ProjectHow well do you know the area you live in? In what ways is a deep knowledge of your surroundings -- known as a 'sense of place' -- important to you?
Carlos Casillas 10/08/2019 6:41 AMnot so much since i just got here but everyday i find a new place that deserves to be preserved. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Keep a Nature JournalWhat natural gifts are you grateful for?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Organize a CourseWhat would you like to discuss about nature, the environment, or sustainability with your family, friends, coworkers or classmates?