Orca Eduardo
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 871 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO540gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO10meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO110pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO3.8locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO4,820minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0conversationwith a person
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UP TO20lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO10milestraveled by bike
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UP TO1.0donationmade
Orca's actions
Materials
Fix Leaky Faucets
Low-Flow Fixtures
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Electricity Generation
Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
Methane Digesters
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Land Use
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 30 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
Bioplastics
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 1 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Materials
Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend at least 220 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.
Women and Girls
Make School More Affordable
Health and Education
I will raise funds to help make school affordable for girls around the world.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 5 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Food
Use less water
I will try to not use a lot of water and take short showers
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
Indigenous Peoples' Forest Tenure
I will spend at least 2000 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by participating in a training, workshop, or presentation.
Buildings and Cities
Go by Bike
Bicycle Infrastructure
I will commute by bike 5 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 30 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Buildings and Cities
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 20 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Transport
Stay on the Ground
Telepresence, High-Speed Rail
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
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.
Buildings and Cities
Upgrade My Windows
Insulation
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Buildings and Cities
Replace Manual Thermostats
Smart Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.
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 QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Upgrade My WindowsHow does improving your home's (or office's) energy efficiency help you better live out your values?
Orca Eduardo 2/28/2020 8:22 AMWell it can help my saving money and it can also help the environment by usin as little energy as possible
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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 Stay on the GroundWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Choose LED BulbsChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Support Local Food SystemsDependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these (or other) advantages inspire you the most?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our bodies, our planet, and other people?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for smart ones will positively impact your life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Go by BikeHow does using human-powered transportation make you feel compared to using other methods of transportation?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Justice for the Whole Community Learn about Local Indigenous PracticesWhat did you learn about indigenous peoples' land management that you can apply in your own life?
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Orca Eduardo 2/26/2020 9:33 AM