ORCA Brett
2/26/2020 9:52 AM
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ORCA Brett
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participant impact
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UP TO36,000minutesspent learning
ORCA's actions
Transport
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
Transport
Explore Other Transportation Solutions
All Transportation Solutions
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.
Materials
Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend at least 2400 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Electric Cars, Hybrid Cars
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
Conservation Agriculture, Regenerative Annual Cropping
I will spend at least 2400 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 2400 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Food
Explore Other Food, Agriculture, and Land Use Solutions
All Food, Agriculture, and Land Use Solutions
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching other Drawdown Food, Agriculture, and Land Use Solutions.
Materials
Research Cement Alternatives
Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
Buildings and Cities
Research Heat Pumps
High-Efficiency Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Land Use
Local Perennial Biomass
Perennial Biomass Production
I will spend at least 2400 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.
Women and Girls
Research Businesses Owned by Women, POC, or Immigrants
Sustainable Intensification for Smallholders
I will spend 2400 minutes each day researching businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants that I can support when shopping.
Women and Girls
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 2400 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Buildings and Cities
Research Retrofitting Incentives
Building Retrofitting
I will spend at least 2400 minutes finding out if my city, region, state, or country offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
Buildings and Cities
Explore Other Buildings Solutions
All Buildings Solutions
I will spend at least 2400 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings Solutions.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
Indigenous Peoples' Forest Tenure
I will spend at least 2400 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by participating in a training, workshop, or presentation.
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 QUESTIONLand Use Local Perennial BiomassClimate scientist Katharine Hayhoe states that "The reason we care about climate change is because it affects the people and places that we care about." What is happening (or will happen) in your area that will affect the people and places you care about?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Explore Other Buildings SolutionsWhat did you find out? What is the most interesting fact you learned?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Research Heat PumpsWhy is taking action on climate change important to you? Why do you care?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Research Retrofitting IncentivesHow can you share what you have learned in your research with others?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWomen and Girls Research Barriers to Participation and RepresentationWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWomen and Girls Research Businesses Owned by Women, POC, or ImmigrantsGlobally, 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Research and Advocate for High-Speed RailWhat are the factors that influence your choice of transportation? These can include things like money, time, and convenience, as well as perceptions of danger or safety. What would need to change for you to regularly choose more climate-friendly options?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Explore Other Transportation SolutionsWhat did you find out? What is the most interesting fact you learned?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Research Cement AlternativesConcrete is a good example of a material that most of us encounter every day, but its carbon footprint may not be obvious. What other everyday materials might have a large carbon footprint? How can you find out more?