

Kate Berreth
"I joined the challenge so that I could make a difference through learning about the environment and the small things I can do to help."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 601 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO60milestraveled by bus
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UP TO11minutesspent learning
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UP TO12zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO180minutesspent exercising
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UP TO18meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO89pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO60milesnot traveled by car
Kate's actions
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).
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
#29 Wave and Tidal
I will spend at least 6 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Buildings and Cities
Go for a Daily Walk
#54 Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Materials
Research Cement Alternatives
#36 Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 6 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
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
Use Public Transit
#37 Mass Transit
I will use public transit 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.64 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 3 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 6 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Food
Smaller Portions
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 6 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
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).
Food
Zero-waste Cooking
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Food
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
#11 Regenerative Agriculture
I will spend at least 6 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 6 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
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.
Action Track: Social Justice
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 5 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
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 QUESTIONFoodHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Kate Berreth 4/24/2019 2:57 PMI hadn't heard of silvopasture before. I think the biggest advantage is that it prevents deforestation. Instead of cutting down trees to make fields for grazing space, the trees are the area for grazing. I would imagine that it would also be a much nicer place for the cows and chickens that live there. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesWhat are some of the benefits of making your home more energy efficient?
Kate Berreth 4/24/2019 2:56 PMBy making your home more energy efficient, you will save money! It is also much better for the environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Social JusticeHow could better walking infrastructure make your city both more enjoyable and more equitable?
Kate Berreth 4/24/2019 2:55 PMWalking infrastructure would make it much more likely for people to regularly take walks. It allows people to enjoy nature as well as safely get from one place to another without having to drive and produce CO2 emissions. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand UseAs 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?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 7:13 PMI am overwhelmed by the massive scope of the issue and how quickly our environment is changing. However, I am hopeful because of how many people are invested in learning and helping our environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportReducing (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?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 7:05 PMMore fuel-efficient vehicles save a lot of time and money. You don't have to spend so much on gas and go as frequently. -
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 7:04 PMA good website to learn about the carbon footprint of your everyday items is: https://www.bettermeetsreality.com/carbon-footprint-of-common-everyday-things-products-foods/ -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsConcrete 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?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 7:04 PMThe biggest thing that most people know has a big carbon footprint is cars. Electric cars are much better for the environment, and more people should look into getting them. Food also has a large carbon footprint. Something I didn't know is that meat eaters have a higher footprint than other people. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity GenerationWhat did you learn about wave and tidal energy? Were you surprised by the information you found?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 7:02 PMI didn't realize that there was a difference between tidal and wave energy, so I'm glad I was able to learn about that. I was surprised by the potential energy that could be harnessed, especially from wave energy. Just 1/4 of the incidental wave energy could produce as much energy as the entire US hydropower system. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodProducing food that goes uneaten squanders many resources—seeds, water, energy, land, fertilizer, hours of labor, financial capital. Which of these kinds of waste most motivates you to change your behavior regarding food waste? Why?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 9:34 AMAll of this waste motivates me to change my behavior. What motivates me the most are resources that I directly contribute to like food and energy waste from my own house. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow are environmental issues like black carbon and other emissions from cooking fires or rudimentary cookstoves also human health and social justice issues? Why do these issues matter to you?
Kate Berreth 4/23/2019 9:32 AMThese issues are human issues because they impact all of our health. These emissions severely negatively impact the air quality, which can contribute to respiratory and other problems.