Makayla Mayton

Asheville High School Spring 2021

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Makayla's actions

Land Use

Forest-Friendly Foods 1

Tropical Forest Restoration

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

Silvopasture

I will spend at least 30 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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Materials

Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips

Bioplastics

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 3 friends, family and/or colleagues.

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Land Use

Research Peatlands

Peatland Protection and Rewetting

I will spend 20 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.

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Women and Girls

Research Barriers to Participation and Representation

Health and Education

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

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Materials

Recycle Everything I Can

Recycling

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, making sure to not contaminate recyclables with non-recyclables.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Electricity

Learn More about Micro Wind

Micro Wind Turbines

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls 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?

Makayla Mayton 5/13/2020 5:35 PM

From birth women are held to higher expectations yet are also stereotyped into being weaker physically and mentally. Women are held back by perceived ideas of emotional intelligence and gender culture, and how this may impact leadership. There is a common belief that gender differences make women and men effective in different roles (“masculine” vs “feminine” jobs). It is extremely important that everyone realizes women, men, and gender non-conforming people have the same amount of potential in the world, it is societal and cultural ideas that build barriers and prevent women’s equal participation and representation.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use 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?

Makayla Mayton 5/12/2020 11:41 AM

I could do more research on the foods I eat to find out if palm oil is used, and make changes to my diet as needed. This way I can know what companies to support and with that knowledge I can educate my friends and family about what I have learned and how we can all do better.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Materials Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips

What concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.

Makayla Mayton 5/08/2020 11:06 AM

I am most concerned with pollution (mostly air and plastic) and deforestation. All of the damage we have caused has triggered many issues like climate change, soil erosion, poor air quality, and so much more. I am afraid for my future and possibly my kids' future. The question: "what kind of world will we live in a few years time if we don't change?" scares me and I want to make a difference, no matter how small... Ways to help our planet is instructing people on the correct way to recycle and practicing as such, driving less, avoiding single use plastics, exploring renewable resources, etc. I think it is very important that everyone is educated on the issues of our planet and how they as an individual can help be a part of the solution.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food 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?

Makayla Mayton 5/06/2020 10:56 AM

Prior to this assignment, I had never heard the word silvopasture. Even after watching the video I was still a little confused, but the Drawdown website cleared everything up. After learning more about it I think one of the biggest advantages is the reduction of carbon emissions that come from this diverse and productive land. Not only does it help the farmers and their livestock on a smaller scale but it also holds a lot of hope for Earth.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

Makayla Mayton 5/06/2020 10:52 AM

Prior to this assignment, I had never heard the word silvopasture. Even after watching the video I was still a little confused, but the Drawdown website cleared everything up. After learning more about it I think one of the biggest advantages is the reduction of carbon emissions that come from this diverse and productive land. Not only does it help the farmers and their livestock on a smaller scale but it also holds a lot of hope for Earth.

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- Makayla Mayton 5/06/2020 10:55 AM
  
  Oops, wrong reflection... Knowing the difference between the different phrases helps me make better decisions when buying and disposing of packaged food. Understanding the meaning of the printed "Best by" date (or other printed phrases that are similar) helps me understand if the food has or has not really gone bad, so I do not contribute to food waste.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use Forest-Friendly Foods 1

How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?

Makayla Mayton 5/06/2020 10:48 AM

My diet is currently impacting deforestation because I consume my fair share of palm oil. The fact that palm oil can be hidden under different names and is in just about every big brand is quite unsettling... I can decrease my negative impact by looking at product alternatives that do not contain palm oil. I can increase my positive impact by not only doing what I described previously but I can also continue to grow in my learning while educating others.

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