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Drawdown Ecochallenge

taylor Conklin

Asheville High School Spring 2021

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taylor's actions

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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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.

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Transportation

Explore Other Transportation Solutions

All Transportation Solutions

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.

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Land Sinks

Research Peatlands

Peatland Protection and Rewetting

I will spend 25 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.

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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.

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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.

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Electricity

Invite a friend to calculate the carbon footprint of their household

Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their household.

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Industry

Learn about the impact of old refrigerants

I will spend 40 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links provided

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Electricity

Watch a Video about Methane Digesters

Methane Digesters

I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).

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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.

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Health and Education

Research Barriers to Participation and Representation

Health and Education

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks

Learn about Biochar

Biochar Production

I will spend 20 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.

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Electricity

Learn More about Biomass

Biomass Power

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

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Electricity

Learn More about Micro Wind

Micro Wind Turbines

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

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Industry

Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips

Bioplastics

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 1 friends, family and/or colleagues.

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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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks Learn about Biochar

Can biochar provide additional benefits besides sequestering carbon?

taylor Conklin 12/09/2020 8:10 AM

It can also enrich the soil for crops.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Sinks Learn More about Silvopasture

Had you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?

taylor Conklin 12/08/2020 8:20 AM

I had not heard of a silvopasture before today. I think the biggest benefit of them is their carbon sequestering capabilities.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Industry Learn about the impact of old refrigerants

Why are old refrigerant gases so harmful to our environment?

taylor Conklin 12/07/2020 5:50 PM

They contain CFCs which break down the ozone layer. They need to be properly recycled of ALWAYS.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Invite a friend to calculate the carbon footprint of their household

What kinds of discussions did you have, or are you hoping to have with friends about climate change?

taylor Conklin 12/05/2020 1:11 PM

I hope that we can discuss different personal changes to make in our lives to support the planet more than we are right now.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Electricity Watch a Video about Methane Digesters

What does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?

taylor Conklin 12/04/2020 8:35 AM

My vision of a sustainable community looks like everyone using clean energy sources and having a garden/trees in their yard. I think for the most part we need to spread awareness about these new clean technologies.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health and Education Learn about the Need for Family Planning

What did you learn about the need for family planning? How do the needs of different people in different places compare to each other?

taylor Conklin 12/02/2020 9:15 AM

It can help so many women in so many different parts of the world whether they need financial help or access to health services regarding have a child.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Sinks Learn about Temperate Forests

As 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?

taylor Conklin 12/01/2020 8:57 AM

#1 - It makes me very thoughtful about my daily action knowing that my small tasks can actually make a difference.

#2 - Knowing how much has been lost and how little time we have left to fix things makes me super overwhelmed especially because some of the issues involve the government and major companies - so there’s not much that I can do there.

#3 - Knowing that there are so many people out there working and researching for a solution. Schools are getting involved to teach and educate on these pressing issues.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Sinks Research Peatlands

Much 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?

taylor Conklin 11/30/2020 5:17 PM

You could choose products that don’t contain palm oil, reuse and recycle paper whenever you can and sign petitions to protect the peatlands.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health and Education Research Barriers to Participation and Representation

What are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?

taylor Conklin 11/30/2020 12:21 PM

There is not equal political power and not enough representation of women in our government in the United States.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transportation Explore Other Transportation Solutions

What did you find out? What is the most interesting fact you learned?

taylor Conklin 11/25/2020 8:47 AM

I researched a possible eco-friendly car that I could buy for myself when I have the resources to do so. I can 100% see myself investing in a car that's going to do right by the environment. I found out that even though I might be spending more money in the short term, it will even out because I'm saving so much money and natural resources by driving an electric car instead.

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