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Drawdown EcoChallenge
April 3 - April 24, 2019
LaTriece Arthur's avatar

LaTriece Arthur

Seattle Colleges Siegal #2

"To learn how I can help make heal the planet"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 898 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    1.0
    documentary
    watched
  • UP TO
    1.0
    donation
    made
  • UP TO
    170
    minutes
    spent learning
  • UP TO
    2.0
    public officials or leaders
    contacted

LaTriece's actions

Transport

Conduct Virtual Meetings

#63 Telepresence

I will encourage my office to hold meetings virtually whenever possible instead of requiring travel.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land Use

Advocate for Forest Protection

#38 Forest Protection

I will contact 1 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests and the enforcement of existing anti-logging laws.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

#9 Silvopasture

I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Buildings and Cities

Express My Support

#54 Walkable Cities

I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Women and Girls

Support Women-Owned Businesses

#62 Women Smallholders

I will spend 10 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Transport

Improve a Bus Stop

#37 Mass 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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Electricity Generation

Explore Other Electricity Generation Solutions

All Electricity Generation Solutions

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Buildings and Cities

Online Energy Audit

Multiple Solutions

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Electricity Generation

Watch a Video about Methane Digesters

#30 Methane Digesters (large), #64 Methane Digesters (small)

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Materials

Go Paperless

#70 Recycled Paper

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transport

Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle

#26 Electric Vehicles

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land Use

Support Indigenous Peoples' Land Management

#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management

I will donate to The Nature Conservancy, which works with Indigenous Peoples to secure land tenure and resource rights, support improved governance and local institutions, assist in natural resource mapping, planning and management; and strengthen livelihoods and sustainable economic development.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land Use Support Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
    Indigenous speaker and activist Winona LaDuke says that, "most indigenous ceremonies, if you look to their essence, are about the restoration of balance — they are a reaffirmation of our relationship to creation. That is our intent: to restore, and then to retain balance and honor our part in creation." Why is balance important to sustainability?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/23/2019 8:49 PM
    I think much of the conversation around sustainability can leave people feeling hopeless and sad. I' know people who feel that much pf the messaging is about the damage we have done and continue to do almost to the extent that it comes across that we don't belong on this planet too. It also stops people from even trying. We are part of this system and we can and absolutely need to do better. It's important to understand that everything is a give and take and we have taken a great deal so we have some serious giving to do. We should be striving to live in nature as a neighbor instead of on top of nature as a dominating force.  
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Transport Conduct Virtual Meetings
    How can you ensure that your virtual meetings honor your values and your company's culture?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/23/2019 8:38 PM
    Sustainability and cost saving are both valued by my company and meeting virtually helps us achieve both of those goals. Connecting with our colleagues across campuses is really important so I love that we have video conferencing available so we can still see one another which helps increase engagement. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn More about Silvopasture
    Had you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/15/2019 9:06 PM
    "Silvopasture" was a new term for me although I am familiar with other symbiotic agriculture relationships. I always loved the idea of having apple trees on my property and although I've never considered raising pigs it does create a great way fully utilize the crop yield. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Transport Improve a Bus Stop
    How can you advocate for transportation systems which minimize environmental impact while also meeting human needs?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/15/2019 8:49 PM
    I advocate for active transportation systems like walking, biking, public transit, and shared mobility but volunteering with non profits that engage in active transportation advocacy. I participate in various forms of community engagement including attending community meetings, contacting my representatives and talking to neighbors about improving local infrastructure.  Safe, affordable access to transit, walking and biking facilities should be a right for all people and it is super important to address equity disparities while looking at any future improvements and additions. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
    How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/10/2019 1:44 PM
    Our lesson today really helped reduce my fear regarding label dates. I will use my senses to make decisions on if something has gone bad. I am excited that my local farmer's market is coming back soon which really seems to inspire us to get creative. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Materials Go Paperless
    What do you want to prioritize over material 'stuff' in your own life?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/09/2019 12:06 PM
    I want to prioritize experiences and in particular experiences that remind me of or put me in the mindset of where I want to be in the future. 
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/05/2019 2:08 PM
    So far so good! I'm learning a lot. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Buildings and Cities Express My Support
    How could better walking infrastructure make your city both more enjoyable and more equitable?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/04/2019 7:46 PM
    Seattle is a city known for it's love the outdoors and therefore I expected a more pedestrian friendly environment. Having to request to safely cross a street instead it being an automatic consideration sends a message about what the city values. If push buttons are a must, shouldn't they respond to the pedestrian by changing the light sooner than normal. Making pedestrians wait longer encourages people to take risks crossing the road to get across the road faster. I would also like the city to improve upon the design of intersections on residential streets, and remember people walk there too and would like to feel safe doing so. 
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    • Adam M Maurer's avatar
      Adam M Maurer 4/08/2019 3:24 PM
      I like your insight that quicker light changes could reduce pedestrian risk. 
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Transport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
    Reducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/04/2019 7:12 PM
    We don't currently own a car but have had hybrids for rentals a couple of times. We are still new to Seattle and trying to determine if car ownership overall is the right move for us but based on our research when we decide to purchase hybrid will be a priority.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Buildings and Cities Online Energy Audit
    What are your next steps for saving energy?
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    LaTriece Arthur 4/04/2019 7:05 PM
    My apartment building provides the lighting for all hardwired fixtures in my apartment but I have asked if our lights can be switched to more energy efficient LED Bulbs. I also also talked to my partner about using more smart surge protectors so we can stop draining power when we aren't home. 
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