Sophia deCordova
4/30/2021 12:53 PM
When a park or environment is improved the cost of living shouldn’t dramatically increase such as higher rent, developers swooping in, etc.
Sophia deCordova
"I want to learn how to be more ecofriendly"
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Sophia's actions
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Industry
Bioplastics
Bioplastics are a promising solution to plastic waste and climate change… but they aren’t necessarily sustainable. Find out why!
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 13 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 6 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Electricity
Explore Other Electricity Solutions
All Electricity Solutions
I will spend at least 7 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Solutions.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 7 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
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 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.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 12 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 25 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Land Sinks
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 9 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildingsCities 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 QUESTIONElectricityGeothermal 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?
Sophia deCordova 4/29/2021 1:29 PMGovernment buildings having geothermal energy as I do not see it likely happening in everyhome. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityWhat does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?
Sophia deCordova 4/28/2021 10:23 AMMore reusable energies such as solar, wind, and now methane digesters/biomass to help stop using coal and other fossil fuels. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityWhat is the most exciting solution you explored? Why is it exciting to you?
Sophia deCordova 4/27/2021 1:58 PMI have and I am surprised by how certain materials can be converted to energy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksMuch 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 SinksAs you learn more about the scope and seriousness of the environmental challenges we face, what impact does that have on your thinking and actions? What are the parts that feel overwhelming? What parts help you feel hopeful?
Sophia deCordova 4/20/2021 9:06 AMI am somewhat shocked by how many people aren’t talking about this more. All of it mostly as I can’t stop people destroying forests. That some people are attempting to restore forests. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Sophia deCordova 4/19/2021 11:48 AMMy diet is negatively impacting deforestation by eating any products that are animal based. I can limit what I eat this is animal products and try and switch to veganism. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Sophia deCordova 4/16/2021 8:09 AMI have not heard of it before but I think it’s a brilliant idea and will help a lot even though it can be costly and slow to begin. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and EducationWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and EducationWhat did you learn about the need for family planning? How do the needs of different people in different places compare to each other?
Sophia deCordova 4/01/2021 12:51 PMIt can help with global warming and just population. People in certain countries lack family planning and human needs for everyone.