
Karla Strand (SSC)
"I pledge my commitment to using responsible and sustainable practices throughout this EcoChallenge and beyond to the best of my ability on a personal and professional level. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,942 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO131pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO21poundswaste composted
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UP TO120gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO155more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO2,180minutesspent exercising
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UP TO45random acts of kindnesscompleted
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UP TO5.0itemsdonated
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UP TO1,558minutesspent outdoors
Karla's actions
Health & Well-being
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 15 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.)
One Healthcare
Random Act of Kindness
I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 1 random act(s) of kindness.
One Healthcare
One Healthcare Ecochallenge Survey
Your voice matters! Help us improve the One Healthcare Ecochallenge by taking our survey, available starting April 23rd.
Health & Well-being
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.
Health & Well-being
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
At Home
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
At Home
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending food waste to the landfill by composting my food scraps.
In Our Communities
Support Local Wildlife
I will take one action to support local wildlife, such as adding a food or water source, creating shelter/habitat, preventing light pollution, eliminating bird strikes, or another action.
At Home
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
At Home
Brush My Teeth Without Water Running
I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.
Participant Feed
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/30/2025 11:45 AM- Adventurer 🏕
I made some really positive changes for the environment and for myself this month. I've also continued with many of the things I set as goals last year during the Ecochallenge. I look forward to challenging myself to hold the course after this challenge!-
Angela Miller 4/30/2025 12:18 PM
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/29/2025 1:38 PM- Adventurer 🏕
Let's finish strong, everyone!
I can't wait to see the final stats! -
Karla Strand (SSC) 4/28/2025 8:08 AM- Adventurer 🏕
"What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make." -Jane Goodall-
laura karn 4/28/2025 8:27 AM- Explorer 🗺
Exactly, It is up to you on what kind of difference/imprint you want to leave in this world.
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/27/2025 10:57 AM- Adventurer 🏕
Final push to making positive changes through this challenge! We're doing great things, Team!-
Sally Wright (SSC) 4/28/2025 8:42 AM- Nature Steward 🌳
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/26/2025 9:00 PM- Adventurer 🏕
Planted more veggies and got in lots of outdoor time today.-
Susan Bevel-Dufresne 4/27/2025 5:08 AMIt’s chili in Ohio today. Frost on the ground. I hope my magnolia tree survives. 44 degrees and sunny right now although it feels like 34 degrees. Suppose to get to 60 degrees. Have a wonderful Sunday everyone. -
Tanya Knudtson 4/26/2025 9:13 PM- Foodie 🍱
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/25/2025 8:53 AM- Adventurer 🏕
This challenge made me more aware of the "little" things that I can do to make a big difference.
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/24/2025 10:09 AM- Adventurer 🏕
With today's weather, I see a hike after work in my future. I will be absorbing nature's beauty while clearing my mind and moving my body.-
Cori Dougher (SW) 4/24/2025 11:20 PM- Greening the Labs Champion 🥼
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/23/2025 9:16 AM- Adventurer 🏕
“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.”
- Amelia Earhart.
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Dayna Garcia De Alba, SACREDHEART 4/24/2025 8:12 AM -
Deanna Freitas 4/23/2025 9:53 AM- Exercise Lover 🤸
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Dalena Sanders 4/23/2025 9:32 AM- Gardener 🌱
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/22/2025 3:16 PM- Adventurer 🏕
Happy Earth Day!
If we treat her well... she will treat us well. -
Karla Strand (SSC) 4/22/2025 11:28 AM- Adventurer 🏕
Another way to conserve water: Only flush when you must.