Earth Month Ecochallenge: Drawdown

April 1 - April 30, 2021

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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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Support Microgeneration in Low Income Countries

How can micro energy solutions reduce inequities? Why is this important to you?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:26 PM

Microgrids is basically decentralized energy. It is amazing the percentage of people in the world who live without reliable energy. Microgrids are a more feasible solution for areas without energy infrastructure

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Transportation Advocate For Greener Vehicles

How does advocating for green vehicles in your community connect to your values? How might you be able to get others involved in advocating for the shift to fuel-efficient vehicles?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:22 PM

Electrifying local fleets means fewer emissions and cleaner air.

Sharing with others the value of electrified vehicles

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use Eat Mindfully

Mindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How does your eating experience differ when practicing mindfulness?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:19 PM

Being more present. More aware of what I am consuming and how much

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Learn More About Geothermal Energy

Geothermal 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?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:18 PM

Unfortunately geothermal is still very expensive even with the government tax credits and rebates. Hopefully technology will drive down costs and carbon fees will increase fossil fuels and government will shift fossil fuel subsidies to renewable to make them more affordable

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Calculate My Carbon Footprint

What stood out to you most about your carbon footprint? What surprised you or sparked curiosity? Where can you take most immediate action?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:14 PM

Not too surprised. Home energy consumption is a big portion with opportunities to electrify and go solar. Followed by moving from ICE vehicles to electric powered by solar

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Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks Building With Carbon Storing Waste Products

How feasible do you think it is for society to build with agricultural waste products?

Dave Mason 4/23/2021 6:11 PM

Repurposing waste products makes sense. We cannot afford to keep adding to the ever growing waste throughout the world.

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Dave Mason 4/23/2021 10:42 AM

Anyone else sign up for the OCCRA street cleanups. Today and tomorrow

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Dave Mason 4/22/2021 8:14 AM

Happy Earth Day Team! Our crazy temperature changes recently illustrate just how out of balance our climate is becoming. Heard one expert refer to it as climate weirdness

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Dave Mason 4/21/2021 7:43 PM

https://action.earthday.org/r?u=VdRE9RjEt5Gaq0dBi2vvZSmykJd2QTHQrnkl9TWg-Lr-2ux8cwyb8Pqx8gL-gnUORWzmbk585Sf6WqkMu7H-WeLEut6Prf0wJcJ6iF__omQ&e=337701fca7806e11da94d3618487ea6d&utm_source=earthday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20210421_tomorrow_30day&n=2

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Action Track: Climate Resilience Support Businesses Owned by Women, BIPOC, or Immigrants

Globally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. What have you done in the past to support women-owned businesses? How can you better support communities by supporting women?

Kathleen Mason 4/21/2021 4:27 PM

I continue to support women in business in any way I can. I share their businesses on social media, partner with their businesses, and connect the dots network-wise whenever possible. I also believe voting for candidates that specifically express support for women's rights and issues is also a good place to start.

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