Breanna McCormick
5/01/2023 12:01 AM
I feel really good when I work with others to clean up the community. It's good for the environment and I can notice the positive mental health benefits of it as well.
Breanna McCormick
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO10square feetcommunity beautification
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UP TO50pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO1,120minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO85meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO864gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO4.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO31zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO455minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO11pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO305minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO5.3poundsfood waste prevented
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1.0conversationwith a person
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UP TO2.0itemsrepaired
Breanna's actions
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG 6
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer in My Community
SDG 1
I will volunteer 3 hours in my community.
Basic Needs & Security
Make Zero-Waste Meals
SDG 2
I will cook 2 meals with zero waste each day.
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.
Climate & Ecosystems
Plant a Tree
SDG 15
On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 4 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Basic Needs & Security
Watch a Documentary About Food, Water, or Basic Needs
SDG 6
I will watch 2 documentaries about food, water, or basic needs.
Education & Livelihood
Watch a Documentary About Education or Work
SDG 4
I will watch 1 documentaries about education or work.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG 2
I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.
Basic Needs & Security
Reduce Animal Product Consumption
SDG 2
One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 4 meatless meals and/or 4 vegan meals each day this week.
Climate & Ecosystems
Explore My Area
SDG 14, 15
Each day, I will spend 45 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG 9
I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.
Health & Equity
Watch a Documentary About Equity, Gender, Health, or Peace
SDG 3, 5, 10, 16
I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.
Climate & Ecosystems
Watch a Documentary About Climate Change or Nature
SDG 13, 14, 15
I will watch 2 documentaries about climate change.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG 3
I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Health & Equity
Make Cleaning Products
SDG 3
I will make a few homemade cleaning products.
Economy & Communities
Chat With A Nonprofit
SDG 12
I will have a conversation with one or more nonprofit organizations I want to be involved with.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 45 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.
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.
Education & Livelihood
Host or Join a Cleanup Event
SDG 11, 17
Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.
Basic Needs & Security
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
SDG 6
I will spend 60 minutes learning about water justice in my region.
Climate & Ecosystems
Support Local Pollinators
SDG 15
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will plant pollinator-friendly plants in my area to support local pollinators.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodHow does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?
Breanna McCormick 4/11/2023 2:23 PMI watched Seeds of Doubt which follows environmentalist Vandana Shiva. She interviews farmers and their family members about their lack of crops growing successfully each season. Small time farmers are going bankrupt and hungry to an extent that hundreds have committed suicide because they are in debt and unable to grow anything on their land. This made me think about how the global food supply is in danger and that this must be happening in many more places that I was unaware of. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?
Breanna McCormick 4/11/2023 2:18 PMI watched a Vice YouTube documentary on girls in developing countries being unable to attend school because they spend several hours a day trekking through dangerous areas to get water for drinking and cooking. It was really sad to see how the lack of clean water nearby has so many effects on the local community. It further reinforced the idea that we must take care of our planet before things get even worse and more areas experience drought. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was the most interesting thing you learned from analyzing your utility bill? What are some ways you can save energy and water?
Breanna McCormick 4/10/2023 12:45 PMAfter taking a look ay my utility bills I feel that I need to use my lights less and unplug electronic devices when not needed. I should also commit to taking shorter showers long term in order to save water. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat was one of your most memorable volunteer experiences, and why? What would you like to volunteer for next, and why?
Breanna McCormick 4/10/2023 12:44 PMOne of my most memorable volunteer experiences was with Transition Projects for the 2020 Veterans Stand Down. Covid significantly impacted it but we were able to push through and get hundreds of veterans packs filled with critical items related to hygiene, clothing, sleeping bags, public transit passes, vouchers for motels, and snacks. I have a few volunteer activities lines up for the next 2 months involving native shrub planting, seed farm harvesting, and permaculture. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhy do you donate food? How does it connect to your values?
Breanna McCormick 4/06/2023 9:47 AMI donate food because I believe that everyone should have access to nutritious meals. I've worked in homeless services and seen how important food donations are to keep the shelters operating and keep thousands of participants fed. I think a lot of food donations end up being unhealthy which is pretty unfortunate. When I buy food to donate I try to make sure it is relatively nutritious and not full of sugar. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat was surprising about the ingredients in your cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products?
Breanna McCormick 4/06/2023 9:44 AMThere are so many unnecessary and toxic ingredients in the average cleaning supplies. By making them at home you can eliminate the majority of those and stick to just a few ingredients. You can also save a lot of money this way and reduce the plastic you would be using everytime you buy a new bottle. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodWhat did you watch, and what was the most important thing you learned in the documentaries you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of climate change and Earth Month?
Breanna McCormick 4/06/2023 9:38 AMI watched The Most Dangerous Ways to Get to School - Bolivia. It was really eye opening to see how many hours some students (extremely young ones too) must trek through dangerous conditions just to get to school to receive their education. As a result of climate change many of the routes' students were taking experienced landslides and flash floods making it even more unsafe. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Breanna McCormick 4/06/2023 9:33 AMI used to sew in middle school but haven't done much of it since. I had a flannel and a jacket that needed to be repaired. I bought a small at home sewing kit and fixed both items. I am looking at getting a sewing machine to make and repair more of my own clothes. -
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?
Breanna McCormick 4/06/2023 9:29 AMI have used the clean 15 and dirty dozen produce list before but never paid strict attention. I've started to learn the updated lists and only buy organic when it comes to the dirty dozen. I am also working on a hydroponic gardening set up at home so I can grow more of my own produce.