Molly Brown
" Committed to action and educating myself to help provide a sustainable future while improving social, economic and environmental well-being of the community around me. "
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Molly's actions
Health and Education
Take Deloitte's Climate assessment
Join our #iAct movement. Discover the impacts of your travel, food, home, and purchasing decisions and unlock positive climate actions you can take today. https://www2.deloitte.com/global/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/climate-impact-assessment.html?nc=1
Industry
Add ECO reminder to your signature!
In your Deloitte signature, at the bottom add the phrase: Please consider the environment before printing.
Health and Education
Explore the Deloitte WorldClimate Hub
Spend 15 minutes browsing the new World Climate Hub website, hosted by Deloitte US Sustainability!
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Learn about Biochar
Biochar Production
I will spend 10 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Buildings
Research Heat Pumps
High-Efficiency Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Land Sinks
Explore My Area
Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 45 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 15 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Land Sinks
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Land Sinks
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Building With Carbon Storing Waste Products
Engineered Sinks
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers in person or by posting to social media.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Smart Seafood Choices
Ocean Farming
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Action Track: Accelerating Solutions
Support Companies Leading in Green Energy
Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics, Distributed Solar Photovoltaics
I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in creating or purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.
Action Track: Accelerating Solutions
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
Action Track: Accelerating Solutions
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 10 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Support a Community Garden
Multiple Solutions
I will support a community garden by volunteering, donating, or advocating for a new or existing one.
Health and Education
Get your family involved in greening the dot!
If you have kids at home, encourage them to create a logo for Deloitte NPSI using scrap paper and any crayons, markers, or materials you have in your home. Email a photo of the final product to Emma Howe (emhowe@deloitte.com) for a chance to be featured in our Earth Month recap email and potential future internal communications!
Land Sinks
Sign up for Plant Your Change
Sign up for Plant Your Change to round up your purchases and plant one tree for every transaction on your personal credit card. Link to sign up found below!
Health and Education
Explore the Deloitte World Climate Hub
Spend 15 minutes browsing the new World Climate Hub website, hosted by Deloitte US Sustainability! Link to be added soon.
Health and Education
Donate to the NPSI Earth Month Giving Campaign
NPSI will be hosting a month-long giving campaign during April. Donate via the NPSI philanthropy cloud website linked below!
Health and Education
Attend the NPSI Intersections Panel on April 28th
On Wednesday, April 28th, Deloitte NPSI is hosting a panel with senior leaders at the firm to discuss the intersections between climate, health and justice. Invite to be added soon!
Transportation
Stay on the Ground
Telepresence, High-Speed Rail
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Transportation
Improve a Bus Stop
Public Transit
I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.
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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Molly Brown 4/30/2021 12:21 PMLove this guide to eco-friendly living!
https://www.goodenergy.co.uk/blog/2017/08/22/ultimate-guide-eco-friendly-living/ -
Molly Brown 4/30/2021 7:55 AMAmazon find of the day!
LADIES, no more wasteful makeup wipes. Check out these reusable ones!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DWP3NKK?tag=bfabby-20&ascsubtag=5300880%2C12%2C29%2Cd%2C0%2C0%2Cgoogle%2C962%3A1%3B901%3A2%3B900%3A2%3B974%3A1%3B975%3A2%3B982%3A2%2C40528%2C0 -
Molly Brown 4/30/2021 7:54 AM"There is no planet B" - take care of the one we have! Love this company and what they stand for. Check out this tee that promotes preservation of the environment!
https://www.wholesomeculture.com/products/there-is-no-planet-b-organic-tee?currency=USD&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1a6EBhC0ARIsAOiTkrGZSCUrGquWqM7odDSciwbC0YzMwwZnD1_0AMfYodu2aWkzMsVdCRkaAq0gEALw_wcB -
Molly Brown 4/30/2021 7:52 AMThe ecochallenge has made me more aware of what brands I choose to buy. Check out this list of environmentally friendly companies!
https://growensemble.com/environmentally-friendly-companies/ -
Molly Brown 4/30/2021 7:50 AMGreat article on Amazon's eco-friendly shopping platform. Since joining this challenge, I have become more aware of what I buy/consume and what companies I buy from. It is so important to support companies who want to support our environment!
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/oct/27/amazon-launches-eco-friendly-shopping-platform -
Molly Brown 4/30/2021 7:50 AMGreat article on Amazon's eco-friendly shopping platform. Since joining this challenge, I have become more aware of what I buy/consume and what companies I buy from. It is so important to support companies who want to support our environment!
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/oct/27/amazon-launches-eco-friendly-shopping-platform -
Molly Brown 4/28/2021 12:38 PMGREAT read!
4 Foods That Are Eating the World’s Forests And How to Choose Better
https://www.onegreenplanet.org/environment/foods-that-are-eating-the-worlds-forests-and-how-to-choose-better/
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Molly Brown 4/28/2021 12:34 PMAll the finds today! Reusable Swiffer cover!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072BVHVJ9?tag=bfabby-20&ascsubtag=5300880%2C10%2C29%2Cd%2C0%2C0%2Cgoogle%2C962%3A1%3B901%3A2%3B900%3A2%3B974%3A1%3B975%3A2%3B982%3A2%2C40496%2C0 -
Molly Brown 4/28/2021 12:33 PMFood huggers to help extend the life of your food... AND use instead of plastic wrap!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013ZDAIP0?tag=bfabby-20&ascsubtag=5300880%2C7%2C29%2Cd%2C0%2C0%2Cgoogle%2C962%3A1%3B901%3A2%3B900%3A2%3B974%3A1%3B975%3A2%3B982%3A2%2C16620661%2C0 -
Molly Brown 4/28/2021 12:30 PMDaily eco-friendly find: Reusable dish cloths! Use the link below to check it out!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08242X9SR/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=5031679943e079e0ce829b12efc59f60&hsa_cr_id=9195644040901&pd_rd_plhdr=t&pd_rd_r=336a367f-b92f-4928-b32a-5df8cb73e456&pd_rd_w=1g3UH&pd_rd_wg=TjPJo&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_0_img