Camille Chap

Oregon State University SUS 304

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being mindful

Camille's actions

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Smaller Portions

Reduced Food Waste

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Industry

Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants

Refrigerant Management

I will spend 60 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Electricity

Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy

Ocean Power

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Buildings

Learn about 'Green Gentrification'

Multiple Solutions

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Eat Mindfully

Reduced Food Waste

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

Reduced Food Waste

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Reduce Animal Products

Plant-Rich Diets

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

More Fruits And Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Industry

What did you learn about the climate impact of refrigerants? How do supermarkets contribute to this impact?
Camille Chap 10/11/2023 11:57 PM
I learned that there are several types of structures that can be used to capture wave and tidal energy. One is a tidal barrage, which is a structure similar to a dam but placed across the mouth of an inlet or lagoon. These generate electricity from both the incoming and outgoing tides, but negatively impact marine ecosystems in the area. Tidal turbines are basically much stronger wind turbines that are anchored to the sea floor near the coast; because they have to be stronger and they are underwater, they are much more expensive to build. Tidal energy can be extremely efficient because of the density of water if implemented properly; however, the structures are expensive, and require at least a 10 foot tidal range.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Buildings

Cities and towns need to plan for climate change. How can your city or town make its climate action plans equitable and socially just?
Camille Chap 10/11/2023 11:50 PM
Corvallis can prevent green gentrification from happening by ensuring services and places are still accessible to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status. For example, maintaining the no-fee policy for the bus system even if the current buses are swapped out for more expensive electric buses. This would also include providing resources for residents on how to make small, realistic changes in their own lives to be more sustainable.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

While dishing food out, we tend to load our plates with more than we need. Using smaller plates helps to mitigate this. Aside from the environmental benefits, what other benefits might come from eating/serving smaller portions?
Camille Chap 10/11/2023 11:46 PM
From a health standpoint, it is better to serve smaller portions because if you are full after eating part of a larger portion, you still feel pressured to eat the rest to prevent food waste. If you start with less food, this problem can be avoided, and you can always get more food if you want to. In turn, this promotes mindful eating because people are forced to evaluate whether they actually want more food or not.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use

Mindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How does your eating experience differ when practicing mindfulness?
Camille Chap 10/11/2023 11:43 PM
When I practice mindfulness while eating, I am more present and usually enjoy the food more. Being mindful means I taste more, as my brain isn’t trying to focus on more things at the same time. That being said, I also notice more when the food I’m eating is not good, for the same reason. Additionally, I’m better able to recognize when I’m full.

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