

Gentry Rouse
"To keep my integrity while organizing the world in a better manner."
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO72gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO115minutesspent learning
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UP TO15plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Gentry's actions
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
#47 Bioplastic
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 3 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Materials
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
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Choose Recycled Paper
#70 Recycled Paper
I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.
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Launch a Recycling Program
#56 Industrial Recycling
I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.
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Go Paperless
#70 Recycled Paper
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
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.
Materials
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
#47 Bioplastic
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Food
Keep Track of Wasted Food
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the EcoChallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.
Action Track: Social Justice
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.
Buildings and Cities
Tour a Green Roof
#73 Green Roofs
I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.
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.
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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.
Materials
Become A Master Recycler/Composter
#55 Household Recycling
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Gentry Rouse 4/24/2019 4:30 PMWow, this was really close - great job Rhinebeck.-
Chantal Collins 4/24/2019 6:47 PMThank you for your participation and all of your posts!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadWhat would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 6:29 PMFirst, the continued use of water to extract gas and our need to get off natural gas is the first things that needs awareness. 50% of our electricity in NY is generated by natural gas. This needs to change - geothermal energy is also a way to reduce our natural gas.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Share Bioplastic Disposal TipsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 6:27 PMWell, staying on plastics - there should be a standard 3 type of plastics, which would be all based on bio-plastics, or at least have bio-plastics as one of the plastics we use, if we are going to use plastics, or begin to get away from them towards other materials such as bio plastics.
I always wonder why i have like 7 different type of recycling triangles on my plastic bottles or some aren't recyclable. ALL PLASTIC SHOULD BE MANDATED TO BE RECYCLED AND SEGMENTED INTO 3 KINDS, ONLY. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Launch a Recycling ProgramHow can you take your commitment to sustainable living beyond yourself? How can you, personally, work toward broader change?
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 2:38 PMI have chosen a career in such because I believe, and know, this is the only future we have to live sustainably. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Choose Recycled PaperGood job on choosing recycled paper! How can you take your action a step further?
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 2:36 PMI can use any paper that I am going to throw away and use it as note pads/scratch pads. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Go PaperlessWhat do you want to prioritize over material 'stuff' in your own life?
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 2:35 PMI always go paperless - in fact, I had to insist that I go paperless with a bank once on their monthly statements which they changed their protocol shortly after. -
Gentry Rouse 4/23/2019 4:02 AMI recycle all my boxes from Amazon by using them to hold my paper recyclables in the garage. -
Gentry Rouse 4/22/2019 5:39 AMOk, things are getting close - seems like Rhinebeck has stayed the most consistent in terms of activity and moving the needle, constantly. -
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?
Gentry Rouse 4/22/2019 5:37 AMLiving in a village, I am always using my bike to get me place and run errands. Its so easy and just as fast as I don't have to look for parking and can easily move around on my bike. It also keeps you healthy biking. -
Gentry Rouse 4/21/2019 5:38 PMLooks like this is going down to the wire - I think there is a strong push ahead from Rhinebeck that can happen here!!