Cheryl Antrim
4/30/2021 5:12 AM
This was fun, I had my kids help me out and so it was great family time spent together as well.
Cheryl Antrim
""To be mindful of ways my actions can be sustainable""
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 781 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO32locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,380minutesspent exercising
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UP TO150minutesspent learning
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UP TO630minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO120minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
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UP TO4.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
Cheryl's actions
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Greening Deserts
Learn about the Greening Deserts projects that are going on.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Zero-waste Cooking
Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Smaller Portions
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 60 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Plant Trees
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 6 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Keep Track of Wasted Food
Reduced Food Waste
I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Earth Month Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.
Health and Education
Environmental Impact Documentaries
I will watch 6 documentaries about how different human actions impact the environment negatively.
Transportation
Go for a Daily Walk
Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 60 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 30 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Tend A Garden
I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.
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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Cheryl Antrim 4/30/2021 5:13 AMThis was a lot of fun this month. I also noticed that there are some high schools involved in the challenge and I think that is great. All high school/ junior highs should participate in this challenge as a part of their science classes. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Climate Resilience Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
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Cheryl Antrim 4/29/2021 11:28 AMToday I learned a litle about greening our deserts. A piece of information I found out today is that Global hemp cultivation can really contribute to climate, soil and water improvement as well as for a better cultivation of crops and a variety of afforestation or reforestation. Hemp can be grown anywhere in any climate. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Climate Resilience Learn about 'Green Gentrification'Cities and towns need to plan for climate change. How can your city or town make its climate action plans equitable and socially just?
Cheryl Antrim 4/29/2021 11:06 AMEven though the information is a bit dated this article is illuminating.
https://www.nationalcivicleague.org/ncr-article/we-need-to-change-how-we-think-about-gentrification/ -
Cheryl Antrim 4/27/2021 12:10 PMThe ecochallenge for me has been going pretty well. Some days more challenging than others but overall it's been educational and good. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Climate Resilience Learn More about BiomassHad you ever heard of biomass technology before you took this challenge? What did you learn that surprised you? Share your new knowledge with your friends!
Cheryl Antrim 4/27/2021 9:20 AMThis was interesting to learn about. Although it is a renewable energy source it does have disadvantages such as the energy isn't as sufficient, it can lead to deforestation. According to my reading thus far burning biomass creates air pollution that can cause asthma attacks, cancer and premature deaths. -
Cheryl Antrim 4/27/2021 8:11 AMI am really enjoying my time in the garden and seeing how it is turning out. -
Cheryl Antrim 4/27/2021 8:03 AMReally enjoying the flavors of fresh greens, vegetables, and fruits from my local farmstand. -
Cheryl Antrim 4/27/2021 8:02 AMWatched Seaspiracy on Netflix. Was a very interesting watch. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Choose LED BulbsChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?
Cheryl Antrim 4/22/2021 11:38 AMThis is something I've been meaning to do and this challenge served as a great reminder to get it done!