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April 3 - April 24, 2019
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Jerry Talerico

NYPA

"None of us is as Strong as ALL of US!"

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Jerry's actions

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.

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Electricity Generation

Watch a Video about Methane Digesters

#30 Methane Digesters (large), #64 Methane Digesters (small)

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

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Buildings and Cities

Upgrade My Windows

#31 Insulation

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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Materials

Install a Toilet Bank

#46 Water Saving - Home

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Electricity Generation Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
    What does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?

    Jerry Talerico's avatar
    Jerry Talerico 4/08/2019 11:18 AM
    My vision of a sustainable community is mandating manufacturers of consumables to package goods in biodegradable or recyclable containers.

    • Lielle  Berman's avatar
      Lielle Berman 4/08/2019 12:58 PM
      Agreed! Even though packaged goods companies are realizing the need to reduce packaging waste, they will be able to move faster with regulations that mandate the transition.