Sierra Nguyen
""The Earth is what we all have in common.""
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,238 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO29conversationswith people
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO252gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0lightbulbreplaced
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UP TO335minutesspent learning
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UP TO45minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO42plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Sierra's actions
Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Wildlife
Research a Wild Animal
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).
Wildlife
Leave No Trace
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Oceans
Learn about Our Oceans
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about how our oceans support life on Earth by producing oxygen, regulating climate, and providing habitat, food, and jobs.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
People
Earth Day Action: Share Eco Tips
Through social media or on the Earth Day Ecochallenge feed, I will share my favorite environmentally friendly habit with my friends, even if it’s not an Earth Day action.
Forests
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area while following CDC guidelines for social distancing.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Fresh Water
Take short showers
I will only shower no more than once a day, and each time is limited to 5 minutes (using a sand clock attached on the wall in the shower).
Climate
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Forests
Forest-Friendly Foods
I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Wildlife
Research Benefits of Biodiversity
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching how biodiversity positively impacts our world and how the loss of biodiversity harms it.
Fresh Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Connect While Social Distancing
I will connect with at least 3 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.
Fresh Water
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Participant Feed
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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Research a Wild AnimalWhat interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:45 PMI saw raccoon knocking on the front door of my house in the woods at night before, so researching about them is fun. They are nocturnal, so they may come to your backyard at night to look for some food. They enjoy pet food too! As much as it's tempting for me to feed them when I see them, it's recommended that we don't create any human contact with them to avoid consequences. :( -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeople Earth Day Action: Share Eco TipsWhat environmentally friendly habit have you most recently implemented? How do you ensure that you are successful in creating or changing a habit?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:21 PMI recently started using DIY solar powered phone charger. One way to enforce this habit is to hide away the regular phone charger, so that I'm relying on this renewable energy source for my power. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOceans Learn about Our OceansWhat is one way in which oceans support your life on Earth? What is one way you can help take care of ocean health with your actions?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:16 PMOceans act as an enormous carbon sink of this planet and is home to over 200 thousands species. One way I can take care of the ocean is to choose sustainable skin products (sunscreen, lotion) that will not affect the water body when I swim in the ocean. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOceans Smart Seafood ChoicesMany states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:13 PMAt the moment, my seafood choices are not falling within the guidelines; I have been eating the same two types of fish and one type of shrimp for years. I will make an effort to learn more about what I should and should not eat to help sustain the food chain. Changing habits is hard, but I think I'll get it over time. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Watch a Documentary about Food SovereigntyHow does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:06 PMFood sovereignty empowers people at a local level to take charge in what they eat. More and more people are growing their own food in the backyard or in community garden where they live. As consumers become more conscious about what they eat, the food industry will need to be more sustainable in their practices to need consumers' need. -
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 12:23 PMLast day of the Earth Day challenge. Finishing strong!!! Keep it up, everyone! -
Sierra Nguyen 4/28/2020 10:57 PMI got a solar-powered phone charger today, so from now on, that will be how I charge my phone! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONForests Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Sierra Nguyen 4/27/2020 10:16 PMBeing outdoors helps me see the environment surrounding my living area. I could see nature, the sky, the air, and feel the weather on my walks. -
Sierra Nguyen 4/27/2020 10:11 PMAs far as I can remember, my birthday every year has never been celebrated with balloons, litters, and other decorative things that could potentially harm the environment. And I am proud to keep the it up this year as well!-
Deborah Kim (Ecochallenge.org Staff) 4/28/2020 9:38 AMHappy Birthday, Sierra!!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Leave No TraceEducator Stephanie Kaza advises her students to focus on what they care about most when addressing the enormity of ecological problems. Is there a specific area you feel particularly called to work on?
Sierra Nguyen 4/27/2020 10:09 PMI want to join the effort of educating people about the harms of introducing invasive species to an area. Sometimes, people do that without knowing it and without any bad intentions. Therefore, it's important to make sure they are mindful when being in nature.