Finn Seifert
12/11/2020 5:37 AM
I have heard of the term a couple times before but never researched it. I think the biggest advantage is that it benefits the Earth and the farmer.
Finn Seifert
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 301 TOTAL
participant impact
-
UP TO1.0documentarywatched
-
UP TO144minutesspent learning
Finn's actions
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.
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.
Electricity
Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
Methane Digesters
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 19 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
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.
Industry
Learn about the impact of old refrigerants
I will spend 20 minute(s) learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links provided
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
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.
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 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?
-
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Learn about the impact of old refrigerantsWhy are old refrigerant gases so harmful to our environment?
-
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Watch a Video about Methane DigestersWhat does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?
Finn Seifert 12/03/2020 8:08 AMCommunities having their own energy sources that are renewable. People would have to give up their previous energy sources. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Education Learn about the Need for Family PlanningWhat did you learn about the need for family planning? How do the needs of different people in different places compare to each other?
Finn Seifert 12/02/2020 7:54 AMI learned that family planning is really important and uplifts people and helps the environment and the economy.Some people may need resources, education, and money in other places people may only need more resources. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Learn about Temperate ForestsAs 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?
Finn Seifert 12/02/2020 7:32 AMIt has a really big impact on both my thinking and actions, I am more aware of the decisions I am making that could negatively effect the environment. The massive scale at which it is happening at is very overwhelming. What makes me feel hopeful is that people know what has to be done already we just have to do it. -
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?
Finn Seifert 12/02/2020 7:14 AMI can make choices like not buying palm oil, or garden soil with peat. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Education Research Barriers to Participation and RepresentationWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
Finn Seifert 12/02/2020 6:50 AMSome barriers would include people not hiring women because they are women, and limited access to healthcare and other essentials. -
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?
Finn Seifert 11/20/2020 2:22 PMI could see engineers and artists in Asheville teaming up to create works of art that produce electricity. -
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?
Finn Seifert 11/20/2020 2:14 PMI will try to teach others about geothermal energy and try to convince my parents to invest in a passive geothermal system. -
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!
Finn Seifert 11/20/2020 2:02 PMI had only heard of it a few times before this but never went into any depth. I was surprised at how much CO2 could be saved from going into the air if we switched to biomass energy.