Henry Schuelke
5/03/2021 6:08 PM
My city can pretty easily switch over to green energy and make green energy very affordable and generate good, well paying jobs.
Henry Schuelke
"My mission is to help bring stability to our environment."
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Henry's actions
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 20 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
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
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 20 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 20 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Sinks
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Buildings
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.
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?
Henry Schuelke 4/29/2021 7:55 AMI think that most people will agree that the most financially sound way to invest in geothermal energy is in a way that will save money in the long run such as small geothermal stations that can power a home or a street. -
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?
Henry Schuelke 4/29/2021 7:03 AMI think that a sustainable community would have the means to be self-sufficient, carbon neutral, and sustainable. I think that the means of production for a lot of goods need to be changed and transportation needs to be reformed. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityHad 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!
Henry Schuelke 4/27/2021 7:20 AMI have heard of it before, but I didn’t really know all too much about it. It surprised me that it was such a good energy source and was so effective.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryWhat did you learn about the climate impact of refrigerants? How do supermarkets contribute to this impact?
Henry Schuelke 4/22/2021 3:07 PMlots of refrigerants harmfully impact the ozone layer. Since supermarkets refrigerate 24/7, they use lots of refrigerants. -
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?
Henry Schuelke 4/20/2021 5:46 PMI think that it definitely helps me choose better options for things. It seems like a daunting task to try to reverse, but there is a lot of good work being done. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Henry Schuelke 4/19/2021 3:00 PMI probably eat an unhealthy amount of candy which impacts deforestation. I can cut out some sweets to help. -
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?
Henry Schuelke 4/16/2021 8:12 AMI had never really heard of it before, and I think that it could be a great thing to reduce emissions. -
Henry Schuelke 4/12/2021 6:59 PMOne community that I am in that doesn’t have equal participation of both genders is the sporting community. Some barriers in the way of equal representation there are that there is less encouragement by parents and authority figures to get into sports and there are less options for girls in sports typically.