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April 1 - April 30, 2020

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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?


  • Eve Gross's avatar
    Eve Gross 4/30/2020 1:47 PM
    Glad to see how many things I'm already doing to help our planet!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Oceans Smart Seafood Choices
    Many 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?

    Erica Ruhland's avatar
    Erica Ruhland 4/30/2020 12:25 PM
    I was aware blue-fin tuna was becoming scarce, however I didn't realize Atlantic populations of halibut and yellow-tail flounder have also been significantly depleted. Next time I go out for sushi, I will try to look for Albacore Tuna Belly and Sablefish which are two more sustainable alternatives.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife Research a Wild Animal
    What interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?

    Erica Ruhland's avatar
    Erica Ruhland 4/30/2020 10:12 AM
    Interesting fact for the day "The Przewalski's horse is the only truly wild horse whose ancestors were never domesticated. Ironically, this stocky, sturdy animal exists today only in captivity. The last wild Przewalski's horse was seen in Mongolia in 1968."
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife Research a Wild Animal
    What interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?

    Hussain Jawadwala's avatar
    Hussain Jawadwala 4/29/2020 12:03 PM
    Save Rhinos! Rhino horn black market exists and is growing with 1 rhino horn selling for $5000 - $12000 USD. Africa is swarming with poachers hunting for rhinos and there is no strong resistance here. We need to spread awareness else they'll be extinct; because of us. Rhinos are majestic animals. Truly one of a kind in nature. Hence this belief of its uniqueness can benefit our selfishness. 
    Picture of Niajin, one of the two northern white rhinos left in the world.
    Source: BBC News
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
    Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

    Bobby Javanshir's avatar
    Bobby Javanshir 4/29/2020 9:29 AM
    We reduce user overall by using natural light, running appliances when they are rull (laundry, Dishwasher)
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Write a Love Letter, Poem, or Song to Earth
    What are you grateful for about our planet? Share what you created or your general thoughts of love and gratitude with everyone else!

    Bobby Javanshir's avatar
    Bobby Javanshir 4/29/2020 9:28 AM
    I'm so grateful for our planets resiliency. Humans have caused damage, and with reeducation and major adjustments, we can help the planet heal.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Building Resilience Research Benefits of Biodiversity
    How can you encourage biodiversity by your own actions?

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    Bobby Javanshir 4/29/2020 9:27 AM
    This one is tough, I need to do more research!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Building Resilience Support Pollinators
    Why is it important to take care of pollinators?

    Bobby Javanshir's avatar
    Bobby Javanshir 4/29/2020 9:27 AM
    Pollinators support the broader ecosystem, without pollinators, plants do not pollenate and produce, animals don't eat what's produced and spread the seeds to other areas, and the ecosystem suffers!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Reduce Animal Products
    Why do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?

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    Bobby Javanshir 4/29/2020 9:25 AM
    Beyond Meat is a great product and taste really good!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Share Eco Tips
    What environmentally friendly habit have you most recently implemented? How do you ensure that you are successful in creating or changing a habit?

    Erica Ruhland's avatar
    Erica Ruhland 4/29/2020 9:08 AM
    Over the past few years I have tried to become more aware of where our food comes from and how our food purchasing habits effect the environment. One of the ways we try to make a helpful impact is by purchasing local produce when we can, and ordering biweekly from a company called Imperfect produce. By ordering our produce from Imperfect, we help save good food that would otherwise go to waste, since it does not live up to grocery store beauty standards or was produced in surplus. Here's me with my "ugly" onion.