

Jason J Lorcher
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO25minutesspent learning
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UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO2.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO7.0conversationswith people
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
Jason J's actions
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Biomass
#34 Biomass
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
#29 Wave and Tidal
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Micro Wind
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
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
Restore Wetlands
#52 Coastal Wetlands
I will volunteer 3 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Electricity Generation
Explore Other Electricity Generation Solutions
All Electricity Generation Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Electricity Generation Solutions.
Buildings and Cities
Research Heat Pumps
#42 Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Food
Learn More about Silvopasture
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 5 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Food
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
#11 Regenerative Agriculture
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Food
Explore Other Food Solutions
All Food Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.
Buildings and Cities
Research Retrofitting Incentives
#80 Retrofitting
I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out if my city, region, or state offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
Buildings and Cities
Explore Other Buildings and Cities Solutions
All Buildings and Cities Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings and Cities Solutions.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
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.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
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.
Women and Girls
Host a Film Screening
#6 Educating Girls, #7 Family Planning, #62 Women Smallholders
I will host a film screening and discussion about women's and gender equality issues.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesHow can you share what you have learned in your research with others?
Jason J Lorcher 4/25/2018 5:54 PMRetrofitting is always a good way to begin! I say Just Turn It OFF! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesWhat did you find out? What is the most interesting fact you learned?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and CitiesWhy do you care about taking action on climate change?
Jason J Lorcher 4/25/2018 5:40 PMConditioning buildings with Heat Pumps that are ground source can significantly reduce carbon emissions.