

David Harris
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 711 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO1.0carbon footprintcalculated
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UP TO1,290minutesspent exercising
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UP TO1.0women, BIPOC, and immigrant-owned businessessupported
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UP TO2.0storiesshared
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UP TO2.0educational videoswatched
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UP TO195minutesspent learning
David's actions
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 15 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Support Companies Leading in Green Energy
Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics, Distributed Solar Photovoltaics
I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in creating or purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.
Industry
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Multiple Industry Solutions
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Visit the Coast
Macroalgae Protection and Restoration
I will visit a coastal or ocean site to experience the ecosystem and look for the presence of macroalgae/seaweed.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Advocate for Wetland Protection
Coastal Wetland Protection
I will write 2 letters or emails per day to a public official or representative to advocate for policies that protect wetlands.
Transportation
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Learn about Biochar
Biochar Production
I will spend 60 minutes learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Transportation
Go for a Daily Walk
Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 60 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Building With Carbon Storing Waste Products
Engineered Sinks
I will spend at least 120 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers or post to social media.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Research the Wonders of Macroalgae / Seaweed
Macroalgae Protection and Restoration
Each day, I will spend at least 1200 minutes learning more about protecting and restoring macroalgae/seaweed.
Electricity
Calculate My Household Carbon Footprint
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Smart Seafood Choices
Ocean Farming
I will visit seafoodwatch.org and download the app to commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 240 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Transportation
Explore Other Transportation Solutions
All Transportation Solutions
I will spend at least 120 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.
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.
Health and Education
Watch Drawdown's Climate Solutions 101 Series
Family Planning and Education
I will watch Drawdown’s Climate Solutions 101 and share what I learned with others.
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Family Planning and Education
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Health and Education
Support Businesses Owned by Women, POC, or Immigrants
Sustainable Intensification for Smallholders
I will spend 30 minutes researching and shopping from 20 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Share to Social Media: Coastal, Ocean, & Engineered Sinks
Coastal, Ocean and Engineered Sinks
Through social media (LinkedIn or Instagram), I will share what I've learned about Coastal, Ocean, & Engineered Sinks and tag Ecochallenge.org.
Electricity
Share to Social Media: Electricity
Electricity
Through social media (LinkedIn or Instagram), I will share what I've learned about Electricity Generation and tag Ecochallenge.org.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
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 QUESTIONCoastal, Ocean, and Engineered SinksHave you been sharing what you learned throughout Drawdown Ecochallenge? How have people responded?
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David Harris 10/31/2023 10:58 AMI'm so sorry that, as a leader, I was struggling. But, remember, finish up your challenges today.-
Tonia Wu 10/31/2023 1:26 PMDavid I think you did great!
In any case, I've always liked the quote from Nelson Mandela: "Do not judge me by my successes. Judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again."
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David Harris 10/27/2023 10:12 AMWE only get one Earth. So, we do need to respect it with what we choose as well as what we avoid. -
David Harris 10/27/2023 8:54 AMWaning. But I'm not trying to make excuses. -
David Harris 10/22/2023 5:55 PMI'm trying to keep up. But, I'm hanging in there.
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Gabryella Pulsinelli 10/25/2023 6:30 AM
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David Harris 10/20/2023 8:55 AMIt is so easy to check in, but, I, often, wait until the end of the day.-
David Harris 10/31/2023 11:04 AM -
Gabryella Pulsinelli 10/21/2023 9:22 AM -
Mary Hanks 10/20/2023 9:10 AMI think that's a good idea, because you might accomplish something totally cool that you'll want to write about as soon as possible for fear of omitting it if you waited overnight to post.
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David Harris 10/20/2023 8:53 AMRight now, I'm trying to catch up and do some of my updates. -
David Harris 10/17/2023 6:29 PMI'm trying to keep up and learn some things in the drawdown videos. I highly suggest them. -
David Harris 10/17/2023 10:21 AMI started to watch Drawdown's Climate Solution's 101 series.-
Julie Gonsalves 10/17/2023 10:46 AM
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David Harris 10/17/2023 8:30 AMOops, I missed a day. But, I'm going back to cover what I did, no matter how small.