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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?

  • 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?

    Margo Kimble's avatar
    Margo Kimble 4/24/2019 11:57 AM
    Coffee and cocoa are major contributors to deforestation, and my diet is full of both. Going forward, I can only purchase ethically sourced/produced coffee and chocolate.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Materials Research Cement Alternatives
    Concrete is a good example of a material that most of us encounter every day, but may its carbon footprint is not obvious. What other everyday materials might have a large carbon footprint? How can you find out more?

    Margo Kimble's avatar
    Margo Kimble 4/24/2019 6:54 AM
    Fossil fuels have an ENORMOUS carbon footprint. A simple Google search can tell one more about the short and long-term effects of these as well as other materials that have a large carbon footprint. 

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    Margo Kimble 4/24/2019 6:53 AM
    It's the last day of the challenge, but I will continue to implement these changes into my everyday life! 
  • 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?

    Margo Kimble's avatar
    Margo Kimble 4/24/2019 6:52 AM
    A sustainable community, in my mind, is one where people consciously make choices that are better for the environment. In order to achieve this, more people would need to acknowledge and accept that climate change is real and put in an effort to make more eco-friendly choices. 

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    Michael Earley 4/24/2019 6:13 AM
    This is the end. The end is now. Points Points Points.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Electricity Generation Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
    Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your zipcode, and in your state. What steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

    Travis Clark's avatar
    Travis Clark 4/24/2019 4:49 AM
    Unplug things from the wall, use more natural sunlight instead of relying on lightbulbs, go for walks outside versus a gym.
  • 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?

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    Travis Clark 4/24/2019 4:48 AM
    A sustainable community would give back an equal amount of what they take. A lot of human perception and culture would need to drastically change.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Materials Fix Leaky Faucets
    What are other easy and low-cost ways to reduce your water usage at home?

    Travis Clark's avatar
    Travis Clark 4/24/2019 4:47 AM
    Set a timer for showers, hand-wash dishes versus using a dishwasher, turn faucets off when not directly using.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Materials Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
    How do you address your own feelings of concern, fear or despair about climate change?

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    Travis Clark 4/24/2019 4:46 AM
    I have done what I can to not destroy the Earth at a faster pace.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Transport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
    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?

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    Travis Clark 4/24/2019 4:44 AM
    Cost efficiency is always a good motivator for anyone, and this just happens to improve the quality of Earth as well!