Braden Miller
10/31/2023 11:01 AM
I havee not ever heard that term silvopasture before this and I think the biggest advantage is Shade and Free food.
Braden Miller
"I want to learn about and practice more sustainable actions, and lifestyle choices. "
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO15more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO210minutesspent learning
Braden's actions
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Cook With Seaweed
Seaweed Farming
I will use seaweed in a new recipe.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Cook With Sustainable Seafood
Improved Fisheries
Using the Seafood Watch guide, I will feature a sustainable seafood ingredient in a new recipe.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Smaller Portions
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 45 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 43 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 40 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 40 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Share to Social Media: Food, Agriculture, Land Use
Food, Agriculture, & Land Use
Through social media (LinkedIn or Instagram), I will share what I've learned about Food, Agriculture, & Land Use and tag Ecochallenge.org.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 10 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
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 QUESTIONLand SinksHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityHad you ever heard of biomass technology before you took this challenge? What did you learn that surprised you? Share your new knowledge with your friends!
Braden Miller 10/25/2023 10:58 AMI’ve never heard of biomass tech before this, and what as been surprising to me is it makes no new emissions, as long as use and replenishment remain in balance. And that we found a way to power vehicles using biomass. -
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?
Braden Miller 10/24/2023 10:43 AMHaving a system like this installed in my house to cut back on energy costs, or donating to a place that invests in making this source of energy abundant in the future. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryWhat did you learn about the climate impact of refrigerants? How do supermarkets contribute to this impact?
Braden Miller 10/17/2023 10:50 AMI learned about the impacts of the ozone and how supermarkets contribute to this. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityMicro 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?
Braden Miller 10/06/2023 10:39 AMThey could be installed near a park, but probably most efficient in fields or areas with high winds. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseWhile 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?
Braden Miller 10/06/2023 10:22 AMSome other benefits of doing this might be, losing weight, mitigating hunger, losing cravings, and becoming more aware of what you eat. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow difficult or easy was it to change your diet?