Callie Judson

Asheville High School!

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Callie's actions

Land Use

Research Peatlands

#13 Peatlands

I will spend 15 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.

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DAILY ACTION

Electricity Generation

Learn More about Biomass

#34 Biomass

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land Use

Forest-Friendly Foods 1

#5 Tropical Forests

I will spend at least 31 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Buildings and Cities

Go for a Daily Walk

#54 Walkable Cities

I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Electricity Generation

Learn More About Geothermal Energy

#18 Geothermal

I will spend at least 25 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 25 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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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.

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Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

#9 Silvopasture

I will spend at least 23 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation Learn More about Biomass

Had you ever heard of biomass techonology before you took this challenge? What did you learn that surprised you? Share this with your friends!

Callie Judson 4/24/2019 11:44 AM

Yes, I have learned that there are ways to produce energy in a sustainable way that we could use for a long time.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use Research Peatlands

Much 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?

Callie Judson 4/24/2019 11:30 AM

Raise awareness by telling people about this problem and funding organisations that can help.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use Forest-Friendly Foods 1

How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?

Callie Judson 4/11/2019 12:09 PM

My diet is currently affecting deforestation because I eat and use many products that contain palm oil. I also eat meat and dairy. Eating less animal products and some that don't contain palm oil would increase my positive impact.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Learn More about Silvopasture

Had you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?

Callie Judson 4/09/2019 11:32 AM

I had not, I think the biggest advantage of silvopasture is the counteracting of methane emissions.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation Learn More About Geothermal Energy

Geothermal 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?

Callie Judson 4/05/2019 11:41 AM

The federal government could provide incentives like tax refunds, reduced tax rates, or offer seed monies for active geothermal power plants.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

Callie Judson 4/05/2019 11:08 AM

Yes it does, because you can waste less food and buy less.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Materials Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips

What concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.

Callie Judson 4/03/2019 11:47 AM

What concerns me most is the fact that climate change is getting very serious and if we don´t act on it soon then it will be irreversible. I also feel really bad for all the animals who have died, have gotten sick, or has lost their family/habitat from how we treat the planet.

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