Gauthemen Sivanathan
"To assist in recovery and effectively restoring our ecosystem"
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO50treesplanted
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UP TO18minutesspent learning
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO2.0donationsmade
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UP TO170gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO10plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.4poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO103pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO82milesnot traveled by car
Gauthemen's actions
Create Your Own Action
Plant your own vegetables
PLANTING YOUR OWN VEGETABLES IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH. CONSUMING MORE FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS YOU CAN DO TO STAY HEALTHY. IT SAVE MONEY ON GROCERIES A LOT AND ONE OF THE BENEFITS OF ENJOYING GARDEN VEGETABLES IS A REDUCED MONTHLY FOOD BILL. IT ALSO GET'S YOU A GOOD OUTDOOR EXERCISE AS GARDENING IS A NATURAL STRESS RELIEVER.
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.
High Impact Action Track
Install Alternative Energy
Energy
I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.
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Zero-Waste Cooking
Food
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Energy
Donate to or Volunteer for Low-Income Solar Initiatives
Whether it's by donating or volunteering, I will research the benefits of low-income solar and find out how I can support low-income solar initiatives in my area.
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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.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
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
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
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Plant Trees
Nature
I will plant 50 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Simplicity
Research My Investment Portfolio
I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 3 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
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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Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 9:07 PMWhen giving a gift consider a greener alternative, such as making your own presents or offering some of your time and skills to do a favor for your friend or loved one..
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Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 9:05 PMGuys, pay all your bills online & sign up for paperless billing. It’s easy, hassle-free and most importantly it saves the tree! The effort may sound little but the its worth it.. -
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 6:58 PMChoose nature friendly healthcare products. Products that does contains harmful chemical and/or tested with animals, is best to be avoided at all costs! -
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 6:56 PMFix it, don’t throw it. Repairing or fixing something is more environmentally friendly than simply throwing things away, although the latter may seem easier and cheaper sometimes. Youtube gives you access to the tools and information you need to fix practically anything.. Ive repaired most of my stuffs by just googling around or checking out the fixing video via youtube. -
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 6:55 PMEat less meat. Being careful with what you’re consuming is at the heart of being more eco-friendly. Also cutting down on the amount of meat you eat can have a huge impact. Not having red meat - even if it’s just for two or three days a week - can have quite a significant impact on reducing your carbon footprint. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Research My Investment PortfolioIn what ways can you increase the positive impacts and decrease the negative impacts of your financial investments?
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 6:15 PMYou can have a positive impact as an investor as long as you are thoughtful, and you might just outperform at the same time. Major key points to follow as below..1.) Make intentional investment choices and let your brokers and mutual funds know what you want and why. 2.) Vote your proxy statements and otherwise use your voice as a shareholder, and lastly.. 3.) Sell positions which no longer fit your personal values and have no business case.. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action Track Install Alternative EnergyHow is your region being affected by climate change? How will it be affected in the future?
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/20/2019 6:10 PMMalaysia are projected to be affected by flooding due to sea level rise. If emissions decrease rapidly and there is a major scale up in protection example continued building construction the annual affected population could almost be eliminated. Small changes in temperature and rainfall will not only lower productivity and crop yields, it will impact health by helping to spread infectious diseases. -
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/19/2019 4:10 PMEating meal using banana leave is more bio degradable compare with plastic plates. Infact used up banana leaves once degraded serves a good nutrient and hi level of fibres for the plants. -
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/17/2019 7:42 PMMore houses lead to more pollution. Buildings emit their gasses into the air, which affect the health of the environment. It’s time to put habitats of the environment first. We need to preserve land, stop building, and start restoring the ecosystem. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Gauthemen Sivanathan 10/17/2019 7:20 PMOne way i can think off is to have your car or bike serviced regularly to keep the emission control systems operating at efficient rate. Check your car's air filter monthly, and keep the tires adequately inflated to maximize running mileage. If you sit idle for more than 30 seconds, turn off the engine (except in traffic). Also remember to unplug your electronics when not in use. Even when turned the equipment's are turned off, items like television, computer and phone charger, electricity current still sips in!