Irving Griwatz
5/07/2021 11:07 AM
We could build water barriers and parks in and around all communities and instead of displacing people add value to their communities.
Irving Griwatz
"I want to have more sustainable habits"
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Irving's actions
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 30 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 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 20 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
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 25 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Industry
Bioplastics
Bioplastics are a promising solution to plastic waste and climate change… but they aren’t necessarily sustainable. Find out why!
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 25 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?
Irving Griwatz 5/04/2021 10:48 AMI think it would make sense to create an international fund and have other countries invest in the earth's wellbeing, I couldn't imagine that all 39 countries could just afford to change to geothermal electricity. Raising awareness would also be important and could sway be to help however they were able to. -
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?
Irving Griwatz 5/03/2021 11:34 AMWe need to have more eco friendly fuel production and consumption. We need more funding for sustainable lifestyle and resources. -
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!
Irving Griwatz 5/02/2021 11:35 AMI have heard of using natural waste such as feces to produces energy but had no idea of how many other things we could use or that there was enough to get all of our energy from. -
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?
Irving Griwatz 5/01/2021 12:00 AMDonating to peatland protection funds and live a cleaner life using less or none of the products that are damaging peatlands. -
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?
Irving Griwatz 4/22/2021 10:03 AMI currently eat meat Dairy and eggs which are all bad for the environment I could switch some of my meat and dairy over to plant-based where other eco-friendly options. I also buy Cheerios and other foods that support deforestation dizzy palm oil ingredients I could switch to eco-friendly Alternatives such as coconut oil or soybean oil.