isabella fanning
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participant impact
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UP TO4.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO6.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
isabella's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
Electricity Generation
Explore Other Electricity Generation Solutions
All Electricity Generation Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
#11 Regenerative Agriculture
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 5 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Women and Girls
Support Women-Owned Businesses
#62 Women Smallholders
I will spend 5 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.
Women and Girls
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
#7 Family Planning
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Transport
Stay on the Ground
#43 Airplanes, #63 Telepresence
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Materials
Install a Toilet Bank
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.
Materials
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
#47 Bioplastic
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Materials
Recycle Everything I Can
#55 Household Recycling
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
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.
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.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Food
Smaller Portions
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Materials
Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
#1 Refrigerant Management
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.
Materials
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
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 QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More about Micro WindMicro turbines can be placed on large structures to take advantage of stronger, steadier breezes. The Eiffel Tower now sports vertical axis turbines that produce electricity for use on site. Where could micro turbines potentially be installed in your city?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:58 PMMy town is very small so I cannot think of any places or building that a micro turbine would be installed in -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Learn More about SilvopastureHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:51 PMI had never heard of silvopature before the drawdown challenge. Silvopasture is an advantage for timbergrowers and those who produce livestock. https://www.aftaweb.org/about/what-is-agroforestry/silvopasture.html -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Learn More about Regenerative AgricultureClean air, clean water and healthy food are three reasons to care about regenerative agriculture. What are some other reasons?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:43 PMGreenhouse gases are being released and contaminating, soil. Soil effects carbon and the amount it can absorb. https://www.greenamerica.org/food-climate?gclid=Cj0KCQjwh6XmBRDRARIsAKNInDElruiONf3w3XTr_wns1aFPAAntWX0QYHb3Kvr42mGIveddTOorykUaAoWhEALw_wcB -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Buy BambooAre bamboo alternatives readily available in your community? If not, what are other sustainable alternatives?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:34 PMThey now sell toothbrushes made of bamboo which decompose a lot faster than a plastic one. There are not many other alternatives though. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Install a Toilet BankHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:33 PMMy region can prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient by finding ways to save water now so when there is a problem they won't be too deep into trouble. Also, this gives them the possibility of preventing problems from beginning. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Properly Dispose of RefrigerantsHow do you address your own feelings of concern, fear or despair about climate change?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:31 PMI feel that climate change is being effected by societies lack of recycling and preservation. People should call the proper company to recycle their refrigerators the correct way. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Go PaperlessWhat do you want to prioritize over material 'stuff' in your own life?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:23 PMI think that it is most important to reduce the amount of paper and plastic that people around the globe use. There is too much of it sitting in landfills and contaminating our environment. This should be societies priority with all of the animals being effected by this toxic material. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Recycle Everything I CanHow could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle? How does considering implementing these "R's" make you feel?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:17 PMThe "R's" that we use in our environment are very important. I feel that they apply to everyone. Everyone needs to continue to reduce, reuse, and recycle to save and preserve our land. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Eliminate Toxic PlasticsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:12 PMstraws and plastic bags for my garbage are very commonly used in my home. I did a research paper on how paper straws are a fantastic alternative to plastic straws since they are so harmful to our environment. Paper bags could also be substituted for plastic bags. It is very common in Welfleet Cape Cod to use paper bags instead of plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadWhat would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
isabella fanning 5/01/2019 2:09 PMIt would help if everyone throughout the town could replace their shower heads with a low powered shower head. My town is very small and it is very sustainable for now.