

Marisa Kolanovic
"My goal is to use this month to refocus on sustainability and make more conscious choices. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 573 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO860minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO790minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO65minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO7.0conversationswith people
Marisa's actions
Climate & Ecosystems
Watch a Documentary About Climate Change or Nature
SDG 13, 14, 15
I will watch 1 documentaries about climate change.
Health & Equity
Communicate Constructively
SDG 16
I will use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG 6
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG 3
I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 15 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG 2
I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.
Health & Equity
Donate Food
SDG 3, 10
I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG 9
I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG 3
I will replace 10 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.
Health & Equity
Make Cleaning Products
SDG 3
I will make a few homemade cleaning products.
Basic Needs & Security
Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe
I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.
Basic Needs & Security
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
SDG 6
I will spend 30 minutes learning about water justice in my region.
Climate & Ecosystems
Explore My Area
SDG 14, 15
Each day, I will spend 10 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
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 QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Marisa Kolanovic 4/06/2023 4:52 PMI have used these lists before and think they're very helpful for shoppers who want to buy organic but also want to save a little money without sacrificing health. I was surprised to see green beans on the dirty dozen list -- I haven't seen that one before. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Marisa Kolanovic 4/05/2023 6:54 AMCreating a good work-life balance eliminates the feeling of being rushed all the time, which allows me to make better everyday decisions, including making more sustainable choices. These can include monitoring the products I purchase, taking time to meal prep healthy foods that result in minimal waste, making sure to recycle properly, etc. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Marisa Kolanovic 4/05/2023 6:50 AMOften this results in a lack of proper social connection, which can lead to mental health disorders such as depression or social anxiety. Also, more time inside on screens usually means less exercise and less time spent outdoors getting sunlight and fresh air, which have countless health benefits.