Maura Sullivan
4/11/2019 6:00 AM
Using less gasoline- thus becoming less dependent on fossil fuels. By the way, my family has 2 hybrid vehicles!
Maura Sullivan
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO2.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO35minutesspent learning
Maura's actions
Action Track: Social Justice
Start a Social Media Campaign
#6 Educating Girls
Through social media, I will raise awareness about gender inequity in education by sharing the information found in the links below.
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.
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
Advocate for Solar Installation
#10 Rooftop Solar
I will create a plan to and advocate for solar installation at my business, apartment building, or campus.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Electricity Generation
Rooftop Solar Consultation
#10 Rooftop Solar
After researching the incentives at the federal, state, utility, and local levels, I will contact a local installer/distributor for a solar panel installation consultation on my house.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
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 QUESTIONTransport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsIn 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?
Maura Sullivan 4/11/2019 5:59 AMTraditionally dinner meals have revolved around the meat being served. It is hard to break out of that pattern. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood CompostingProducing food that goes uneaten squanders many resources—seeds, water, energy, land, fertilizer, hours of labor, financial capital. Which of these kinds of waste most motivates you to change your behavior regarding food waste? Why?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Rooftop Solar ConsultationIdentify some ways in which modern human societies have become unsustainable. What kind of roles do individuals have in creating and changing practices in society?
Maura Sullivan 4/11/2019 5:56 AMBy starting at home. We have added solar panels to our home and it has been a win-win. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Advocate for Solar InstallationHow does advocating for rooftop solar connect to your values? How might you be able to get others involved in advocating for the shift to clean energy?
Maura Sullivan 4/11/2019 5:55 AMBy being less dependent on poisonous energy sources. Currently I am participating in a group that is campaigning to add solar panels to Red Hook Central School District buildings. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More About Geothermal EnergyGeothermal 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?
Maura Sullivan 4/11/2019 5:52 AMPotentially switching over to using Geothermal to heat and cool my home. At this point it is cost prohibitive, but I will keep looking for ways to make it more affordable.