Donald Suthard
4/25/2018 11:37 AM
What concerns me the most about how we are affecting the planet are the people who don't realize the environmental cost of their choices and actions.
Donald Suthard
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO49conversationswith people
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO27meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO130minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0personhelped
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
Donald's actions
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
#47 Bioplastic
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 49 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
#12 Temperate Forests
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Buildings and Cities
Research Heat Pumps
#42 Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 10 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Electricity Generation
Learn More about Biomass
#34 Biomass
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
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.
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.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 3 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
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
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.
Buildings and Cities
Express My Support
#59 Bike Infrastructure
I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact bike routes and express my support for better biking infrastructure.
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.
Electricity Generation
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 15 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 10 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 15 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 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Women and Girls
Help Girls Overcome Health Barriers
#6 Educating Girls
I will donate one or more Femme Kits to help girls overcome health and sanitation barriers to being able to attend school.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
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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Donald Suthard 4/25/2018 11:40 AMThe Ecochallenge has been more exciting and educational than I imagined. It has also brought our office together as we all share this experience together. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterials Share Bioplastic Disposal TipsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Research Heat PumpsWhy do you care about taking action on climate change?
Donald Suthard 4/25/2018 6:34 AMI can't expect other people to do their part to help the environment unless I do my part. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Use 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?
Donald Suthard 4/25/2018 6:30 AMWe try to limit our use of paper products at home by using cloth napkins and not using paper plates and cups. But now I will focus on using less paper towels by replacing them with washable cleaning cloths when possible. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More about Wave and Tidal EnergyWhat did you learn about wave and tidal energy? Were you surprised by the information you found?
Donald Suthard 4/24/2018 9:09 AMThe future really is in renewable energy. I hope our political leaders realize this sooner than later and allow this technology to reach its full potential. -
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?
Donald Suthard 4/24/2018 8:52 AMThere is a public farm with acres of open land that is incredibly windy in the winter. We've always thought it would be a great place for a wind farm. And now learning more about micro wind turbines, it makes it even more realistic something like this could become reality. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Learn More about BiomassHad you ever heard of biomass techonology before this? What did you learn that surprised you? Share this with your friends!
Donald Suthard 4/24/2018 8:43 AMI had not heard of Biomass technology before this. I didn't realize you could heat an entire home or building using wood, wood chips, or wood pellets. I thought those were only good for a cozy fire or wood stove for an evening by the fire. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than other countries, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
Donald Suthard 4/24/2018 7:25 AMOne way to start to shift and ENTIRE culture away from a meat focused diet to a more sustainable plant based diet is by setting an example and simply changing YOUR diet. Once more people are introduced to the concept of a plant based diet it won't seem so foreign and strange, and they might be more willing to try it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation 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?
Donald Suthard 4/23/2018 11:31 AMIt is heartening to know alternative sources of energy are being developed and improved. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildings and Cities Express My SupportWhat do you like most about biking in your city? What would you like to improve?
Donald Suthard 4/23/2018 6:36 AMWhile I don't bike in the city, I am glad Boston is becoming more bicycle friendly. I am hoping the city continues to build on this great start. It not only helps the city and the residents/visitors, but also helps the environment.