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October 2 - October 23, 2019
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Sumathy R

HPI India

"Healthy habit = wealthy world"

POINTS TOTAL

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  • 1,005 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    80
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    22
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    22
    pounds of paper
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    1.0
    tree
    planted

Sumathy's actions

Waste

Launch a Recycling Program

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

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High Impact Action Track

Research Impact Investing

Simplicity

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and deterimine if it is right for me.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Advocate For More Food Packaging Options

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

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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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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Plant Trees

Nature

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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Install Alternative Energy

Energy

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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Health

Take Control

Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Go Paperless

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Try a New Way to Prep

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Happiness

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

COMPLETED -1
DAILY ACTIONS

High Impact Action Track

Reduce Single-Use Disposables

Waste

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Choose Two-Sided Printing

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.

COMPLETED -1
DAILY ACTIONS

Create Your Own Action

NTJT

No text .. instead just talk .. We are spending more time on mobile phones . even 2 friends sitting aside are not talking to each other in person. instead they are using mobile phones for communication. Here the goal is we need to spend time with our loved ones not by sharing pics saying hi hello in mobile . instead we can talk to each other so that we can know the feel and the emotion on our talks. So its NO text just talk.. NTJT

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DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    High Impact Action Track Ditch the Lawn
    What is the main water source in your region?

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    Sumathy R 10/16/2019 5:33 AM
    Ground water is the main water source in my region.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    High Impact Action Track Plant Trees
    How is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?

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    Sumathy R 10/15/2019 8:58 AM
    It feels happy. when it grows, it gives a new energy which makes us feel pleasant . Also we hold a thought that i'm making sure that i exist .. I'm planting trees for my future generation. 

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      Sathish R 10/15/2019 10:02 AM
      Yes. I agree with you.. Planting trees give us positive energy.. WE need to plant for our next generation people. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    High Impact Action Track Install Alternative Energy
    How is your region being affected by climate change? How will it be affected in the future?

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    Sumathy R 10/15/2019 7:47 AM
    Its quite ODD here. during Summer its very much hot . and during rainy days it tuff ofr us. Drainage is not in good state so it leads to flood. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Take Control
    How do environmental health, community health, and your personal health intersect?

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    Sumathy R 10/15/2019 7:42 AM
    Its Nature.Humans have connection to nature. Planting trees can boost up our mind  and makes us improve our eco . We as an individual depend upon society and environment. polluting enviroment keeps the society dirt and it paves way for more health issues.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
    Who is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?

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    Sumathy R 10/15/2019 4:50 AM
    Marine is getting most affected due to environmental degradation. water getting polluted due to plastic items such as covers , cans.. also due to oil spilling makes marine life in danger.

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    Sumathy R 10/14/2019 11:43 PM
    Don use Lifts or elevators. Instead you can use stair case. It keeps you healthy. Have a happy and healthy life.

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    Sumathy R 10/14/2019 3:08 AM
    Don throw old toothbrushes away. you can use it for cleaning purpose...
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Happiness
    How does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?

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    Sumathy R 10/11/2019 1:41 PM
    it paves way for more good and healthy life.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Try a New Way to Prep
    Canning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?

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    Sumathy R 10/11/2019 10:58 AM
    Beans and carrot.. raw mangoes and lemon for pickles. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Waste Go Paperless
    Reducing your paper mail can be such a freeing action to take -- by reducing what is coming in, you can reduce what is going into the recycling bin too. How does it make you feel? What is the next step you will take to reduce your waste?

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    Sumathy R 10/11/2019 10:56 AM
    Double side printing will be good one.