Addison Duncan
5/04/2021 9:34 AM
Asheville can take into account the locals who live here and make sure they are not displaced by any plans made.
Addison Duncan
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Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 23 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
Methane Digesters
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 25 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 25 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Industry
Bioplastics
Bioplastics are a promising solution to plastic waste and climate change… but they aren’t necessarily sustainable. Find out why!
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 30 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 45 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 49 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 50 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
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 QUESTIONBuildings 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity 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?
Addison Duncan 4/30/2021 7:17 AMI think that passive would be a good investment because it would be able to heat mine and other homes easily. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Watch a Video about Methane DigestersWhat does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?
Addison Duncan 4/28/2021 9:04 AMWe need to burn a lot of lees coal for fuel and using things like the sun to get energy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity 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!
Addison Duncan 4/27/2021 9:07 AMI have not really heard of biomass technology before. I learned that this technology if used correctly can transfer everything to a clean fuel source. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Research PeatlandsMuch of Indonesia's peatlands have been drained so they could be replaced with palm oil or pulp and paper plantations. How can you make choices that help to protect peatlands, even if you live far away from one?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Forest-Friendly Foods 1How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Addison Duncan 4/20/2021 3:45 PMI eat meat which contributes to deforestation, I can eat less meat and eat more plant-based food to lower my impact. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Learn More about SilvopastureHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Addison Duncan 4/16/2021 8:01 AMI have not heard about this until now. I think that the biggest advantage is that it reduces co2 and carbon levels which we need to do in the world right now. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Learn the Truth About Expiration DatesHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Addison Duncan 4/15/2021 11:26 AMIf you know the meaning of the dates the risk of getting sick and diseases caused by certain foods can be limited. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Education Research Barriers to Participation and RepresentationWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
Addison Duncan 4/13/2021 10:28 AMWomen do not all have equal access to learning about their health, rights, and Opportunities to become successful people as others do in the world. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Education Learn about the Need for Family PlanningWhat did you learn about the need for family planning? How do the needs of different people in different places compare to each other?
Addison Duncan 4/01/2021 9:27 AMPeople need family planning to protect themselves and the possible babies that come into this world. Overall it saves lives and educates people.