
Ben Baker
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Ben's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 45 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Buildings and Cities
Choose LED Bulbs
#33 LED Lighting (Household)
I will replace 15 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Materials
Recycle Everything I Can
#55 Household Recycling
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Transport
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
#66 High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
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).
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Food
composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Materials
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
#47 Bioplastic
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
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.
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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Ben Baker 4/10/2018 8:32 AMDoing this challenge has made me more aware of the many opportunities to become more Eco friendly on a daily basis. There are so many opportunities where I can act a certain way that will help with the overall cause. -
Ben Baker 4/06/2018 8:28 AMSo far during the Eco Challenge, I have learned a lot about some of the critical issues that negatively impact the environment. Watching some of the videos have been inspiring and insightful. I have become more motivated to take action.