Sue Shink

Wolfpack

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Sue's actions

Electricity Generation

Learn More about Micro Wind

#76 Micro Wind

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

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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.

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Electricity Generation

Support Microgeneration in Low Income Countries

#48 In-Stream Hydro, #76 Micro Wind, #78 Microgrids

I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.

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Land Use

Plant Trees

#15 Afforestation

I will plant 30 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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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.

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Electricity Generation

Solar Water Consultation

#41 Solar Water

I will contact a local installer/distributor to see if a solar water heater makes sense for my house.

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Food

Explore Other Food Solutions

All Food Solutions

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

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Food

Donate

#21 Clean Cookstoves

I will donate to nonprofits that install clean cookstoves in low-income countries.

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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 Plant Trees

How is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?

Sue Shink 4/19/2019 7:23 AM

I enjoy planting trees. We have a number of young trees around our farm and I enjoy walking around to check on them and care for them. It helps me get a bit more exercise. I also feel a connection to the trees and look forward to their growth. I also look forward to the day, not long from now, when more wildlife start to make use of them. I have ordered a whole bunch of trees from the Washtenaw County Conservation District. It is not too late as they have purchased 800 extra trees to sell at auction on Saturday, April 27.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation Learn More about Micro Wind

Micro 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?

Sue Shink 4/19/2019 7:20 AM

Perhaps micro-turbines could be installed on some county buildings. I will ask if this has been considered. In my reading I have seen that wind generally costs more per kWh, however, it may make sense in areas inappropriate for solar eventually.

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Sue Shink 4/16/2019 7:54 AM

I joined the challenge to learn more about steps I and Washtenaw County can take to reduce carbon output while maintaining—or improving—quality of life.

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Sue Shink 4/08/2019 6:35 PM

I am so excited to be participating in the Drawdown Ecochallenge with Washtenaw County. Thank you, leadership team and Zach Neal!ˆ

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation Solar Water Consultation

Diversifying our energy supply and improving public health are just two benefits of renewable energy. What other motivators inspire you to consider installing a solar water heater in your home?

Sue Shink 4/08/2019 6:34 PM

It feels good to know that we are using less fossil fuels and that we are more independent.

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