Mary Ellen Heldman

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Mary Ellen'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.

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Electricity Generation

Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy

#29 Wave and Tidal

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

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Recycle Everything I Can

#55 Household Recycling

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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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

Learn More about Micro Wind

#76 Micro Wind

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
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How 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?
Mary Ellen Heldman 4/16/2019 12:14 PM
I purchased reusable mesh bags to put my produce in at the store instead of using the provided plastic bags.

I like the challenge of reducing, reusing, refusing, repairing and repurposing items.

I am going to donate furniture to a furniture bank.

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- Melanie Lulue 4/16/2019 1:35 PM
  I love the idea of reusable mesh bags! I'm going to get some too. No longer trying to find the plastic ones in the store (most of the time they're out or too few rolls distributed around) and fighting to get them open. Thanks for the great idea and have an awesome evening!
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation

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?
Mary Ellen Heldman 4/16/2019 12:10 PM
There are several tall buildings in town that could benefit from wind turbines.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Mary Ellen Heldman 4/16/2019 12:00 PM
I have a better understanding of when food is safe to eat. I shop frequently so I don't have as much waste.

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