Alana Randol

WSP USA

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
397 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

270

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

18

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

150

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

10

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

2.0

public officials or leaders

contacted

Alana's actions

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

#9 Silvopasture

I will spend at least 120 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Reduce Animal Products

#4 Plant-Rich Diet

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Transport

Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle

#26 Electric Vehicles

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Electricity Generation

Communicate With My Elected Officials

#2 Wind Turbines (Onshore)

I will write or call 2 elected official(s) telling them not to support fossil fuel subsidies and instead support wind energy generation.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Buildings and Cities

Go for a Daily Walk

#54 Walkable Cities

I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Had you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:41 AM
We do this with our chickens and alpacas - there was one cleared field but we are replanting throughout- unfortunately a 10-year plan. But in the meantime we've moved the birds and alpacas into other areas of the farm where they can be under trees/enjoy the shade/drink from a pond, etc. It seems like a more natural life for them and is prettier and not so stark.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport

Reducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:37 AM
We need a larger vehicle to tow a holiday trailer, and thus far none of the hybrids/electrics can do that. That is restricting our choice right now although we consider getting a fully electric car in two years after our research. The purchase we considered was the Toyota Highlander Hybrid - 30mpg - but it doesn't tow quite enough for our existing gear weight.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

In your opinion, what contributes to people in North America eating more meat than any other countries? What does this say about North American values and ways of living?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:36 AM
we've been working on this for a year now - meat free cooking has become a lot easier - although we still enjoy meat on a regular basis as well. I've made a point to try the various vegan/vegetarian options at local fast food like A&W and Burger King as well, just to support.

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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?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:35 AM
Less food waste, which is huge. We are being more aware of which items don't really "expire" like vinegar based dressings, etc. I also have a goal to buy less/store less so we're using things up before expiration, although "list only" grocery shopping is hard for me.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Generation

What inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:33 AM
We looked into solar and the way the power infrastructure is set up in Alberta Canada it makes it very non-economical. There are non-changing transmission and maintenance fees that would result in your power bill not going down with increased self-sustainability. Very frustrating. And then an election happened and the solar rebates program will be discontinued as well. It's frustrating to want to push forward into a more renewable future when the politics around you actively work against it.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Buildings and Cities

What have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
Alana Randol 4/23/2019 11:31 AM
Many towns/cities still don't have sidewalks in all residential areas. That makes taking kids for a walk especially difficult. Littles on tricycles, wagons, etc. Initiatives to get all residential areas sidewalks should be high priority.

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