Ningning Ying
4/19/2019 10:30 AM
That they are far more serious and conservative than we are. They rely on farming to survive, whereas I don't. So i guess I should probably start being more careful when planting.
Ningning Ying
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO110gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO120minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
Ningning's actions
Action Track: Social Justice
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.
Land Use
Plant Trees
#15 Afforestation
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Buildings and Cities
Replace Manual Thermostats
#57 Smart Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.
Materials
Install a Toilet Bank
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.
Action Track: Social Justice
Start a Social Media Campaign
#6 Educating Girls
Through social media, I will raise awareness about gender inequity in education by sharing the information found in the links below.
Women and Girls
Support Women-Owned Businesses
#62 Women Smallholders
I will spend 30 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Social Justice Learn about Local Indigenous PracticesWhat did you learn about indigenous peoples' land management that you can apply in your own life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWomen and Girls Support Women-Owned BusinessesGlobally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. How can you better support communities by supporting women? Can you share any past experiences that may help others take action?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
Ningning Ying 4/14/2019 11:50 AMTrees produce oxygen, some produce fruit, and they are just nice to have around in general. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for smart ones will positively impact your life?
Ningning Ying 4/14/2019 11:49 AMSmarter thermostats leave less room for error and unsatisfactory temperatures. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Install a Toilet BankHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Ningning Ying 4/14/2019 11:47 AMWe start by not taking the water we have for granted. Take shorter showers, stop pouring away too much water, etc. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood CompostingProducing food that goes uneaten squanders many resources—seeds, water, energy, land, fertilizer, hours of labor, financial capital. Which of these kinds of waste most motivates you to change your behavior regarding food waste? Why?
Ningning Ying 4/14/2019 11:46 AMWater, and fertilizer. Compost is a great way to fertilize plants, and it's ecofriendly. So it's a win-win. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Social Justice Start a Social Media CampaignHow are people responding to the statistics you're sharing on social media?
Ningning Ying 4/14/2019 11:40 AMGender inequality has been a problem for quite some time, the people I have shared the statistics with are also sharing it.