

August Theodore Guntis
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August Theodore's actions
Industry
Join a Recycling Program
Recycling
I will set up or join a recycling program at my workplace or school.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 40 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 30 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Industry
Green My Job
Industry
Using Drawdown's Job Function Action Guide, I will learn about climate actions I can take at work.
Industry
Learn about Carbon Offsets
I will spend 25 minutes learning about carbon offsets, and why they are a necessary solution in combating a climate crisis.
Industry
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Bioplastics; Reduced Plastics
I will avoid buying and using 5 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.
Industry
Choose Recycled Paper
Recycled Paper
I will plan ahead to use paper products only made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.
Buildings
Upgrade My Windows
Insulation
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
Land Sinks
Choose Better Wood Products
Forest Protection
I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.
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 QUESTIONElectricityGeothermal energy is reliable, abundant, and efficient. Project Drawdown states that public investment will play a crucial role in its expansion. In what ways (i.e. with money, time, advocacy) can you invest in geothermal energy?
August Theodore Guntis 10/24/2023 11:10 AMFor increasing the implementation of passive geothermal heat pumps, lawmakers could pass policies that give tax incentives to building ownersFor increasing the numbers of active geothermal power plants, lawmakers could earmark money for these large scale projects. -
August Theodore Guntis 10/06/2023 11:12 AMMicrowind turbines can be placed anywhere to make electricity in rural and urban living areas. And on top of very high places.