Shwu-Miin Lin
"By taking actions, we make the earth a better place for us and for the next generations to come."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,523 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO21meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO14milestraveled by bus
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UP TO290minutesspent learning
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UP TO1,398pounds of CO2have been saved
Shwu-Miin's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
Materials
Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
#1 Refrigerant Management
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.
Transport
Use Public Transit
#37 Mass Transit
I will use public transit 7 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 698.9 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
Transport
Advocate For Greener Vehicles
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on electric and fuel-efficient vehicles.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Food
composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Food
Explore Other Food Solutions
All Food Solutions
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.
Food
Support Local Food Systems
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will source 1 meal(s) 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.
Food
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
#11 Regenerative Agriculture
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Electricity Generation
Support Companies Leading in Green Energy
#8 Solar Farms
I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.
Food
Support Nutrient Management
#65 Nutrient Management
I will buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.
Land Use
Choose Better Wood Products
#38 Forest Protection
I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.
Transport
Conduct Virtual Meetings
#63 Telepresence
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Electricity Generation
Explore Other Electricity Generation Solutions
All Electricity Generation Solutions
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Biomass
#34 Biomass
I will spend at least 50 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
#29 Wave and Tidal
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Electricity Generation
Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
#30 Methane Digesters (large), #64 Methane Digesters (small)
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Land Use
Local Perennial Biomass
#51 Perennial Biomass
I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out if anyone is working on perennial biomass projects in my region and how I can get involved.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
#5 Tropical Forests
I will replace or remove products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Buildings and Cities
Explore Other Buildings and Cities Solutions
All Buildings and Cities Solutions
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 40 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Buildings and Cities
Tour a Green Roof
#73 Green Roofs
I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.
Materials
Go Paperless
#70 Recycled Paper
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.
Transport
Use Muscle Power
#49 Cars
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.
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 QUESTIONElectricity Generation 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?
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/25/2018 5:57 AMI think they can be installed in the parks for decoration and for generation. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/24/2018 10:11 PMI bought the coffee beans marketed by Taiwan Sugar Corporation. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/24/2018 5:01 AMI walked to the mrt station instead of using a bus as a connection in Taipei city.-
Charles Huang 4/24/2018 8:27 AM淑閔,every long journey begins with the first Step! 加油
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Shwu-Miin Lin 4/24/2018 5:01 AMI walked to the mrt station instead of using a bus as a connection in Taipei city. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/23/2018 9:42 PMI didn't drink coffee and eat chocolate today. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/23/2018 4:59 PMThis morning I had mixed fruit for breakfast. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/23/2018 6:40 AMToday I got around in Taipei city by taking the MRT.-
1 1 4/23/2018 7:29 AMI love taking the MRT :) the best subway in the world!
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Shwu-Miin Lin 4/23/2018 6:20 AMToday the president of Taiwan Sugar Corporation encouraged the employees who had participated at the drawdown eco challenge. It is wonderful. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/23/2018 6:13 AMI just found out my friend did not get points just because she was not familiar with the interface. What a pity. Wasted a lot of time getting no points. -
Shwu-Miin Lin 4/22/2018 6:18 PMI took the THSR from Tainan to Taipei today.