Rachael Evans
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 726 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO44meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO170minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0personhelped
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UP TO3.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
Rachael's actions
Women and Girls
Give a Microloan
#62 Women Smallholders
I will give 1 microloan(s) to women who need help starting a business.
Land Use
Local Perennial Biomass
#51 Perennial Biomass
I will spend at least 10 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.
Women and Girls
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
#6 Educating Girls, #7 Family Planning, #62 Women Smallholders
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Materials
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.
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.
Materials
Research Cement Alternatives
#36 Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
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).
Women and Girls
Connect With A Nonprofit
#6 Educating Girls, #7 Family Planning, #62 Women Smallholders
I will connect with a local nonprofit working on womens' or girls' issues in my community, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
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.
Buildings and Cities
Research Retrofitting Incentives
#80 Retrofitting
I will spend at least 20 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
Buildings and Cities
Tour a Green Roof
#73 Green Roofs
I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Land Use
Plant Trees
#15 Afforestation
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Tour a Green RoofWhat did you learn on your green roof tour?
Rachael Evans 4/22/2019 10:10 AMI enjoyed learning about all the green roofs around my local area - even some on public buildings! As a real estate agent, I am always looking to share ideas with my clients about how to make their home more environmentally-friendly / sustainable. Through my research this week, I learned the options for green roofs in the City of Asheville and surrounding areas. I was unable to find anyone official to give me a "tour" of one. However, I contacted a colleague who grew one at his own home and saw that one. I don't think my own home is a good fit for a green roof, but I will be more inclined to suggest this feature in the future. -
Rachael Evans 4/21/2019 8:02 PMThis week I got to clean up downtown Asheville as part of a collaboration between the city government and a local environmental nonprofit. There was a good turnout with city officials and free pizza :) -
Rachael Evans 4/19/2019 1:16 AMThis challenge has really motivated me to participate in activities that I may not have done in the past, like the downtown trash pickup in my local town. Getting to know the local officials responsible for environmental policies has been a good way to learn more about my local government's services (or the lack thereof!). Particularly the research I have done will guide me in future decision-making, and hope to continue to make small changes.