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October 1 - October 31, 2023

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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land Sinks
    Had you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?

    Delaney Thacker's avatar
    Delaney Thacker 11/01/2023 12:58 PM
    I had never heard of silvopasture before, but I think it is a good idea; By incorporating more foliage and trees on pastures, it helps to offset carbon levels in the atmosphere, as well as provide shade and extra moisture on the land. An arid pasture can lead to brush fires, and by planting more trees it can lower temperatures and reduce risks of fires.

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land Sinks
    As 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?

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    Delaney Thacker 10/31/2023 1:40 PM
    As I learn more about climate change, it can be very easy to become overwhelmed and spiral into a dark hole, but its important to shift your thoughts and perspective to use your passion and drive to make a change; It's important to remind yourself that you are only one person, and you can't make change to reduce temperatures, but you can contribute to change in your community.
  • 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?

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    Delaney Thacker 10/30/2023 9:44 PM
    By creating 'green cities' not only makes a community more desirable, but it also contributes to combatting the emissions of greenhouse gases through planting trees and other foliage; This will contribute to more shade and a reduced surface temperature.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Electricity
    Micro 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?

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    Zejing Zhao 10/30/2023 5:06 PM
    Micro wind turbines are commonly used to pump water, charge batteries, and provide electrification in rural locations. Urban areas use micro wind turbines to rely less on the electric grid. Although more expensive, they can be integrated into urban infrastructure, such as building-mounted micro turbines.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Electricity
    Geothermal 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?

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    Delaney Thacker 10/26/2023 11:32 AM
    I think Geothermal energy is one of the lesser-known of renewable energies, and that in part has to do with its accessibility and location; It is abundant and reliable in the spots where there are geothermal reservoirs, but there are limited locations are where we can harness this energy; That means that we would need investments from a few different sectors, regarding the use of the land, as well as the production of the technology and power plants used.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Transportation
    What have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?

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    Delaney Thacker 10/26/2023 11:28 AM
    I noticed that on the days that I went on a daily walk, it felt like I had more energy; It also is helpful to wake oneself up when its one of the first things you do in the morning; The only infrastructure flaw that stands out to me would be the crosswalks on Harrison and Van Buren, the busy, one-way streets; The crosswalks I think could implement flashing lights that allocates a time for people to cross because it can be dangerous, not knowing if the cars see you or not.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
    What did you cook and how did it turn out? Can you share a recipe on the feed for others to try?

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    joselynn Robbins 10/25/2023 10:30 AM
    I went to a food market and bought fresh fish. It was delicious, I made a lemon salmon with rice. salmon with pepper salt lemon garlic, on a pan and put in the oven at 350 for 15ish minutes or until the oils start to pool out.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
    Many states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?

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    Rosemary Bugbey 10/23/2023 9:42 PM
    The Willamette Valley region is advised to eat a maximum of four meals of fish per week, all resident fish. Seeing as how I eat fish a couple times a month, I fall within these guidelines.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
    What recipe did you make and how did it turn out? Will you cook with seaweed again?

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    Zejing Zhao 10/23/2023 7:22 PM
    I tried to make a poke bowl with wakame. The assembly process was very long and slimy. It was moderately hard to make and wasn't very well made by me. I wouldn't cook seaweed again but I would eat it again.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Education
    When family planning focuses on healthcare provision and meeting the expressed needs of women, it results in empowerment, equality, and well-being, and the benefits to the planet are side effects. Why is family planning an important civil rights consideration?

    Erica R Phillips's avatar
    Erica R Phillips 10/21/2023 5:38 PM
    Family planning is an important civil rights consideration because it allows individuals, couples, and families to make informed decisions about their reproductive lives. Family planning is also an important civil rights consideration because it educates individuals on important topics such as autonomy, economic stability, equity, gender identity, and much more.