Take action for a better shared future. Join the People's Ecochallenge!

The People's Ecochallenge 2022

October 5 - October 26, 2022

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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?

Amanda Smith 10/26/2022 6:14 PM

Loved participating in these challenges I hope to continue to keep up using less social media and looking at screens and more doing what what I love and learning about new things

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Izzy Newcomb 10/26/2022 5:23 PM

I thought this challenge was awesome! It was a great way to be more mindful, which is something I am working on each day. I am so proud of everyone for completing challenges, reflecting on their choices and how they impact the environment, and interacting with other people in the feed! My last job produced an obscene amount of waste, so I am excited to work for a company that takes steps towards reducing waste and educating employees on the impact their decisions can have on mother nature.

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Oshannah Gillis 10/26/2022 3:23 PM

I think as a team we are doing very well. Love seeing all the participation and check ins! Great job everyone!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Enacting Equity Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary Experiences

How is equality for trans, femme, and nonbinary people important to a just and sustainable society?

Emily McQuarter 10/26/2022 12:14 PM

I have spent some time learning about these groups primarily on TikTok, which I feel can be a wonderful resource for people to share their lives. What it comes down to is that trans rights are human rights. Equality is for everyone, and no groups should be excluded based on any sort of binary or political ideals. When we take the needs of everyone into account, it is important to think of the most marginalized groups who often have less resources.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Balancing Consumption What is Sustainable Fashion?

How can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?

Emily McQuarter 10/26/2022 12:12 PM

One thing I like to do especially around halloween is repurpose things I already have instead of buying new materials that will only be worn once. For example, for this year's costume I used mostly clothing items I already owned and made minimal new purchases. Of what I did buy new, I will be able to get more use out of it than just one day.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Balancing Consumption Calculate My Carbon Footprint

What is one way you will reduce your carbon impact? What is a practice you already have that helps you reduce your carbon impact?

Emily McQuarter 10/26/2022 12:09 PM

Luckily I found out I already have a lower than average carbon footprint. One thing I will do to reduce it further is try to recycle more. It can be harder with apartment living to have room to separate recycling from trash, but I will make an effort to do that.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Regenerating Nature Take Shorter Showers

With 5-minute or less showers reducing your water footprint, what do you plan to add next to your water conservation habits?

Cynthia Prado 10/26/2022 11:58 AM

My husband and i are planning on converting some of our yard to drought tolerant plants to save water :)

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Alydia Fields 10/26/2022 11:58 AM

This challenge has really helped me be more aware of my impact on the environment. There are so may small things that do not take much effort that go a long way

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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?

Alydia Fields 10/26/2022 11:56 AM

Unfortunately it does not surprise me. I know there are times myself where I have food in the fridge but ultimately end up eating our or ordering in because it is more convenient. I would rather use this money towards saving or towards a better future.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Regenerating Nature Spend Time Outside

What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?

Alydia Fields 10/26/2022 11:55 AM

Physical and mental well being can decline. It can also make it to where you are not socializing as much. You may not feel connected. Having a false sense of reality as you only see what is on the screen

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