Earth Month Ecochallenge 2023: Sustainable Development Goals

April 1 - April 30, 2023

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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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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 one nonprofit organization that was exciting to learn about?
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:14 AM
I learned about the United Way budget coach program which allows me to share my financial knowledge with the community to help them not only reach financial goals but also helps them buy a home or purchase a car!

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Climate & Ecosystems

Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:13 AM
We have a ton of bees around our home (a neighbor keeps them) but because of that we have a ton of beautiful blooms in our flowerbeds. This year I specifically picked pollinators friendly flowers for our front flowerbed and started them from seeds

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:11 AM
We are always looking for new vegetarian meals to try! Thankfully our meal delivery subscription service has new vegetarians options for us to try each week!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:09 AM
We set a goal of walking our dogs 30 miles in April. And at 32 miles as of 4/29 we crushed that goal. There was a lot of quality time with my husband and dogs, health benefits of getting our and walking, and hours less spent in front of a TV or on our phones! All around a win!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

How can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place? Was there a new place in your region that was exciting to learn about and visit?
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:08 AM
I found trails at the back of my own neighborhood that took me to new place and even river/creek access for hot days and breaks while walking the dogs!

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Basic Needs & Security

What was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:07 AM
Love a good roasted chickpea bowl! Super filling, nutritious, and yummy.

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Andrea Dempsey 4/30/2023 9:01 AM
This month has been so fun trying to be more environmentally friendly and just appreciate the outdoors more. Thank you leaders of the Think Green RG for challenging us!

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Jonathan Doerr 4/30/2023 7:31 AM
The eco challenge has been a great opportunity to reflect on my own habits and start conversations with others around what has worked for them

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Anne Wulffraat 4/30/2023 7:26 AM
I've eaten predominantly vegetarian meals for a long time. Doing so more intentionally, and learning that cheese (I've such a weakness for cheese!) has many of the same impacts as beef production, has forced me to really reconsider my diet. I'm not vegan, but will keep working on it.

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Anne Wulffraat 4/30/2023 7:23 AM
I am confident I'll continue these actions once the eco challenge is done.

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