Markku Makinen
"My mission is to intentionally engage in sustainable practices in the hopes to better my impact on the environment and to find ways that I can continue to do this after the challenge ends."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 164 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO300minutesspent exercising
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UP TO435minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO255minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO12more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Markku's actions
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 30 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Community
Research Restorative Justice
I will spend 20 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.
Community
LEARN ABOUT TRANS, FEMME, AND NONBINARY EXPERIENCES
I will spend 20 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
Community
Support Native Communities
I will use the resource links provided below and spend 20 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Support Businesses Owned by People of Color
Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.
Waste
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Waste
RESEARCH LOCAL WASTE SITES
I will spend 20 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
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 QUESTIONNature Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Markku Makinen 4/16/2021 3:12 PMI think that it is true for me. I feel very connected and centered when I am outside, I think because it shows me what the earth is capable of and it is just constantly awe-inspiring. I think a culture that spends most of its time outdoors is one that is connected to sustainability, in community with others, and able to find a sense of personal peace. -
Markku Makinen 4/16/2021 3:08 PMToday went great, spent a lot of time outside.-
Shayna Thostenson 4/17/2021 5:38 AMWoohoo! That’s awesome, keep it up!
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Markku Makinen 4/14/2021 2:43 PMReally excited to do even more tomorrow and try engaging in learning, rather than just action. -
Markku Makinen 4/14/2021 2:42 PMToday was a really active day for me! -
Markku Makinen 4/07/2021 1:28 PMReally excited to start this challenge and participate with my team and my campus to be more participative in sustainability.