

A H
"the earth didn't do anything why should we pollute it."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 896 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO16conversationswith people
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UP TO126gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO81minutesspent learning
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
A's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Biomass
#34 Biomass
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Use
Local Perennial Biomass
#51 Perennial Biomass
I will spend at least 6 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Use
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.
Electricity Generation
Spread the Word about Energy Alternatives
All Electricity Generation Solutions
I will research and tell 5 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
#29 Wave and Tidal
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
Food
Smaller Portions
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Materials
Launch a Recycling Program
#56 Industrial Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
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.
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
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.
Land Use
Plant Trees
#15 Afforestation
I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 5 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Materials
Recycle Everything I Can
#55 Household Recycling
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
#47 Bioplastic
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 1 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Land Use
Research Peatlands
#13 Peatlands
I will spend 5 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
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 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?
A H 4/24/2019 1:17 PMMaybe micro turbines could be placed on the roofs of some people's houses in town. -
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!
A H 4/24/2019 1:14 PMI have not heard of biomass technology before I did this challenge. What surprised me was that by using biomass technology people can save 80% less money on heat!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Local Perennial BiomassClimate scientist Katharine Hayhoe states that "The reason we care about climate change is because it affects the people and places that we care about." What is happening (or will happen) in your area that will affect the people and places you care about?
A H 4/24/2019 1:03 PMClimate change is bad because you don't know what the weather will be. One day it could be 90 degrees and the next it could be 40 degrees. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Use Muscle PowerHow do your transportation choices affect your engagement in your community? Does your experience or enjoyment differ while walking, riding transit, biking or driving?
A H 4/24/2019 12:49 PMTaking the bus is better for the environment because if everyone had their parents take them to school it would waste so much more gas then if everyone took the bus -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use Forest-Friendly Foods 1How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
A H 4/24/2019 12:46 PMYou pay attention to were the food you eat was forced from. Also Maybe you could buy eco -friendly chocolate -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Launch a Recycling ProgramHow can you take your commitment to sustainable living beyond yourself? How can you, personally, work toward broader change?
A H 4/24/2019 12:43 PMIf I had to change any thing about the recycling program I would make bigger posters and explain everything on the posters more clearly -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Recycle Everything I CanHow could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle? How does considering implementing these "R's" make you feel?
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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?
A H 4/10/2019 1:33 PMI feel that none of the parts are overwhelming. And I feel hopeful because I am helping the earth in many different ways!!