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The People's Ecochallenge 2022

October 5 - October 26, 2022

Hartford Environmental Action Team Feed

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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?

Julia Caruk 10/31/2023 6:39 AM

I really enjoyed the Climate Solutions 101 course. It helped give me a little hope. I am investigating adding solar panels since getting an EV. Also trying to be mindful of plastic; it is very challenging!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Regenerating Nature Support Local Pollinators

Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?

Priya Balasubramanian 10/26/2022 10:41 AM

I grew a small vegetable garden this year and I can definitely appreciate all the work pollinators do in our vegetable and fruit production. Their role in the entire ecosystem is also very important. It was interesting to learn about Moths, which does not occur to me when pollinators are mentioned and their winter cycles. Bees are still my favorite.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Enacting Equity Shop at BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Disabled, & Women-Led Businesses!

In your community, how can you work to address systemic racism, sexism, ableism and additional forms of exclusion in the businesses?

Jamie Damato 10/26/2022 9:19 AM

I plan to continue to show my support for underrepresented small business owners through my patronage as well as promotion through social media and word of mouth.

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Marsha Navarette 10/26/2022 8:57 AM

I started late, but I am keeping it as a daily reminder to compost.

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Marsha Navarette 10/26/2022 8:56 AM

I started late but I'm still trying to keep it as a daily reminder!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nourishing Food Weekly Meal Planning

An average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four in the US spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Does this surprise you? Where would you rather use this money?

Priya Balasubramanian 10/24/2022 5:44 AM

It does surprise me that we are readily able to waste food. I do udnerstand in some cases it is a hygiene issue. But there should be a better way to get the food to people who really have a need for it with all the technology we have than to just throw it away. I would use the money to donate, save or even go on a vacation.

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Jamie Damato 10/20/2022 11:55 AM

Less than a week left and I still have quite a few one-time actions to complete. I have already learned more about my footprint and more sustainable options and best practices this year, as I do with every challenge [love this platform] but it's time to get focused and get going on my open action items. Hope everyone else is doing well and finishing strong!

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Matthew Mentone 10/19/2022 6:49 AM

Been trying to stay up on the challenges, and it has forced me to spend more time outdoors during the week as it was one of the challenges I chose. What habits have you changed so far?

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- NINA COVARRUBIAS 10/19/2022 4:25 PM
  
  I'm more conscious of what I'm bringing into my home by asking the question, "Do I really need this?"
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Cultivating Communities Collect Litter on a Plog / Plalk

What was your experience like plogging, or engaging in another way to collect litter while being outside? Was there any item you collected that was unusual that you found?

KIM BROOKS 10/19/2022 5:25 AM

walking today, I found a 100 gram weight on the side of the road...

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Cultivating Communities Pull Together Items to Donate

How can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?

KIM BROOKS 10/19/2022 5:12 AM

I pick an item to donate for each NEW item I purchase

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- Jamie Damato 10/20/2022 11:57 AM
  
  I do the same thing! Love it!
  
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