Earth Month Ecochallenge 2023: Sustainable Development Goals

April 1 - April 30, 2023

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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

What was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Anusree K 4/28/2023 1:11 PM
I've fixed my clothes many times as I like to maintain my favourite clothes rather than throwing it away. There are plenty of videos online which helped me with the stitching techniques. I would suggest to watch those videos (try searching “stitching hacks” on instagram).

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?
Anusree K 4/28/2023 12:57 PM
Pollinators are essential for the plant growth (pollination) and the generation of food. Honeybee is my favorite pollinator.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

How did you incorporate using an entire vegetable (skins, peels, tops, and stalks) during one of your meal preps? What's something new you're going to try that is a zero-waste meal practice?
Anusree K 4/24/2023 2:32 AM
I tried making tomato fry using the entire tomato. As a zero-waste practice, I plan to make a curry using leftover vegetable scraps.

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Smitha Bindu 4/23/2023 1:50 PM
A water-efficient showerhead uses approximately 9 litres per minute. An older style showerhead uses approximately 19 litres per minute - that's 10 litres more! Having a daily 5 minute shower with an older style showerhead uses about 36,500 litres of water a year.

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Smitha Bindu 4/23/2023 1:49 PM
A full bath uses up to 80 litres of water whereas a five minute power shower uses about 75 litres.

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Smitha Bindu 4/23/2023 1:48 PM
You can share the usage of some items with others, increasing their utilization.

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Smitha Bindu 4/23/2023 1:47 PM
Became conscious every day not to waste food.

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Smitha Bindu 4/23/2023 1:46 PM
stopped eating meat..only veg food

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Anusree K 4/22/2023 12:56 PM
Today, as we celebrate Earth Day, it is critical that we consider our impact on the planet and take action to protect it. I am overjoyed to be a part of this effort to ensure a sustainable future for future generations.

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Smitha Bindu 4/20/2023 10:16 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SEgoi7kjw8

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