Keith Kofoed
"Let's make the world a better place :)"
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO20minutesspent exercising
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UP TO330minutesspent learning
Keith's actions
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Materials
Research Cement Alternatives
#36 Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Transport
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
#66 High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
Buildings and Cities
Plan to Insulate
#31 Insulation
I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.
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.
Buildings and Cities
Go for a Daily Walk
#54 Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 20 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Buildings and Cities
Choose LED Bulbs
#33 LED Lighting (Household)
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Biomass
#34 Biomass
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Food
Smaller Portions
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Transport
Use Muscle Power
#49 Cars
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 120 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
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 QUESTIONTransport Research and Advocate for High-Speed RailWhat are the factors that influence your choice of transportation? These can include things like money, time, and convenience, as well as perceptions of danger or safety. What would need to change for you to regularly choose more climate-friendly options?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 8:29 PMBasically my whole life I've walked to wherever I need to go. I haven't experience any concerns about costs, safety, etc. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Research Cement AlternativesConcrete is a good example of a material that most of us encounter every day, but may its carbon footprint is not obvious. What other everyday materials might have a large carbon footprint? How can you find out more?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 8:06 PMOne of the alternatives to cement I read about is pulverized fuel ash. PFA is a byproduct of coal burning that can be packed very tightly to create a substance that is as durable as concrete. This sounds bad but if coal is going to be burned anyway, might as well make use of the residue. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Buy BambooAre bamboo alternatives readily available in your community? If not, what are other sustainable alternatives?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 8:04 PMBamboo alternatives are everywhere. I've replaced my own toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush and the plates in my sister's house are made of bamboo. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Learn about Temperate ForestsAs you learn more about the scope and seriousness of the environmental challenges we face, what impact does that have on your thinking and actions? What are the parts that feel overwhelming? What parts help you feel hopeful?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 8:03 PMI feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of deforestation.Despite all the progress that is being made today, overcoming the scars of deforestation is going to be extremely difficult. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More about BiomassHad you ever heard of biomass techonology before you took this challenge? What did you learn that surprised you? Share this with your friends!
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 7:55 PMYes I had heard of biomass before the eco-challenge. However, I did not know how readily accessible biomass technology was. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More About Geothermal EnergyGeothermal energy is reliable, abundant, and efficient. Project Drawdown states that public investment will play a crucial role in its expansion. In what ways (i.e. with money, time, advocacy) can you invest in geothermal energy?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 7:54 PMI don't have the money to help with the creation of geothermal energy so the what I can do is share my knowledge on the subject. -
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?
Keith Kofoed 4/24/2019 7:51 PMMicro wind turbines sound like a fantastic idea to generate power in larger cities. All the skyscrapers that already exist could make great locations for micro turbines. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Learn the Truth About Expiration DatesHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Keith Kofoed 3/26/2019 8:40 AMUnderstanding the differences between used by, sell by, and best by will turn me into a better shopper, saving me money. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Smaller PortionsFun fact: Your brain and stomach register feelings of fullness after about 20 minutes of eating. While dishing food out, we tend to load our plates with more than we need. Using smaller plates helps to mitigate this. Aside from the environmental benefits, what other benefits might come out of eating smaller portions?
Keith Kofoed 3/26/2019 8:39 AMIf everyone had smaller portions it would create fluctuations in the market to decrease portion sizes across the board. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (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?
Keith Kofoed 3/26/2019 8:32 AMFuel efficient vehicles prove to be more cost efficient in the long run. Not having to pay up at a gas station so frequently would certainly help my budget.-
Becky Hardin 3/26/2019 8:49 AMI bought a Prius Hybrid because they're more fuel-efficient, and I thought I was doing a good thing because I can go further on less gas. But my professor said that hybrids are worse than regular cars due to the fact that have 2 batteries that eventually will become waste that we can't get rid of, and they basically use the same amount of gasoline as a regular vehicle. He said the only beneficial vehicle would be an electric vehicle if you have to own a personal vehicle. Made me sad :(
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