Emily Leahy
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 416 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO251minutesspent learning
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UP TO3.0lightbulbsreplaced
Emily'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.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 64 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Land Sinks
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
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.
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).
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Electricity
Calculate the carbon footprint of my household
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
Indigenous Peoples' Forest Tenure
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by participating in a training, workshop, or presentation.
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.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
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.
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 Sinks Learn More about SilvopastureHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Emily Leahy 12/08/2020 9:26 PMI have not heard of it, I think the biggest advantages are the financial factor, and the positive effect is has on the environment and the animals -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Research PeatlandsMuch 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Forest-Friendly Foods 1How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Emily Leahy 11/25/2020 9:27 AMCurrently, I think my diet is definitely playing a part. I could buy/use less processed products, I could only buy coffee and chocolate that is shadow grown or has the little frog on it, I could eat less dairy products etc. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Learn the Truth About Expiration DatesHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Emily Leahy 11/24/2020 9:27 PMI won’t be as conscious about buying items close to a “best if used by” date because it will still be pretty good. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about Micro WindMicro turbines can be placed on large structures to take advantage of stronger, steadier breezes. The Eiffel Tower now sports vertical axis turbines that produce electricity for use on site. Where could micro turbines potentially be installed in your city?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More About Geothermal EnergyGeothermal 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?
Emily Leahy 11/20/2020 9:05 AMChanging the type of air conditioning and heating system we have and using it less.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about BiomassHad 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!
Emily Leahy 11/20/2020 9:04 AMI have not heard of biomass before and pretty much all of it surprised me, especially the part about it being 100% clean