Brandes Conway
4/24/2019 6:15 AM
I can make statements on the internet or generally boycott products which may be using land reserved for peat bogs.
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Brandes's actions
Land Use
Research Peatlands
#13 Peatlands
I will spend 25 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
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.
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
#47 Bioplastic
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 1 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 45 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.
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 QUESTIONLand Use Research PeatlandsMuch of Indonesia's peatlands have been drained so they could be replaced with palm oil or pulp and paper plantations. How can you make choices that help to protect peatlands, even if you live far away from one?
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Share Bioplastic Disposal TipsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Brandes Conway 4/22/2019 6:28 AMWe are steadily destroying the planet and not enough people really care about it primarily because large change would come with massive economic adjustments and changing pressing global issues doesn't pay. -
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?
Brandes Conway 4/22/2019 6:23 AMSuch wind towers could be placed atop larger hotel and office buildings dotting downtown asheville providing another source of energy for such establishments reducing their need for dirtier energy sources. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Support Microgeneration in Low Income CountriesHow can micro energy solutions reduce inequities? Why is this important to you?
Brandes Conway 4/22/2019 6:23 AMSuch wind towers could be placed atop larger hotel and office buildings dotting downtown asheville providing another source of energy for such establishments reducing their need for dirtier energy sources. -
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!
Brandes Conway 4/22/2019 6:18 AMSuch wind towers could be placed atop larger hotel and office buildings dotting downtown asheville providing another source of energy for such establishments reducing their need for dirtier energy sources.