willem Dougan
4/24/2019 12:11 PM
A sustainable community is one where people use clean energy, reduce waste by making wise choices and composting.
willem Dougan
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 776 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO115minutesspent learning
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UP TO70milestraveled by carpool
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UP TO1,440gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO56pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO70milesnot traveled by car
willem's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Women and Girls
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
#6 Educating Girls, #7 Family Planning, #62 Women Smallholders
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
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
Try Carpooling
#75 Ridesharing
I will commute by carpool 35 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 28.2 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Electricity Generation
Advocate for Solar Installation
#10 Rooftop Solar
I will create a plan to and advocate for solar installation at my business, apartment building, or campus.
Electricity Generation
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
#2 Wind Turbines (Onshore), #8 Solar Farms
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.
Materials
Fix Leaky Faucets
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Land Use
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
I will spend at least 85 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.
Transport
Test Drive an Electric Bike
#69 Electric Bikes
I will test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.
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).
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 GenerationWhat does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity GenerationGeothermal 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?
willem Dougan 4/24/2019 12:09 PMI could write my congressperson and ask them to have the government invest in geothermal energy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportList some of the places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportHalf of all trips made in the US are three miles or less; 72% of them are driven. Private vehicles account for 60% of trips of a mile or less. Do you often drive short distances instead of biking or walking? If so, how might incorporating an electric bike into your lifestyle help you make more climate-friendly choices?
willem Dougan 4/24/2019 12:07 PMAn electric bike is a more efficient way of getting around and can easily be used to travel farther and harder to reach places. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsWhat are other easy and low-cost ways to reduce your water usage at home?
willem Dougan 4/24/2019 12:06 PMTurn the water off when brushing teeth or washing dishes. Take quick showers. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsName some of the human activities impacting the health of water systems, both locally (your watershed) and globally (freshwater and oceans). What can you do to improve the health of water systems?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity GenerationYour utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your zipcode, and in your state. What steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?
willem Dougan 4/24/2019 12:05 PMAn easy and simple way is to lower our electricity usage is to turn off the lights when you leave a room or using machines and kitchen appliances only when it's absolutely necessary. You can also use a gas rather than electric stove. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWomen and GirlsWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
willem Dougan 4/24/2019 12:03 PMGirls in other countries can have many problems being open or honest about their periods because sometimes it can affect them religiously and emotionally. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand UseWhat did you learn about indigenous peoples' land management that you can apply in your own life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?