Joyce Ami
10/24/2019 2:27 PM
Using cold water saves energy and is better for the longevity of your clothes.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Switch to Cold WaterWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
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Caroline Humphreys 10/23/2019 4:59 PMThis was eye opening. To see what we can do to make the adjustment in our society for future generations to have a great place to live. -
Grover Stanturf 10/23/2019 4:35 PMResearching the local tribes of Native Americans has really stimulated my interest as to how many of their descendants still dwell near the old sites? -
K Pieper 10/23/2019 3:42 PMGreat EcoChallenge Team!!! Well Done!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Insulate Water Pipes and Water HeaterHow do you think climate change will affect your region’s water supply? Think about the effects of weather, storms, salinity, and sea level rise, among other changes. How can you find out more about climate change’s impact to your region's water?
K Pieper 10/23/2019 3:39 PMIf the climate warms, causing existing glaciers to melt, reducing snow pack, and rain it would cause droughts. If the climate cools causing increased snow pack and rain it would cause flooding. Western Regional Climate Center wrcc.dri.edu provides education and information on the region's current, forecasted, and historical data. -
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Learn About & Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
K Pieper 10/23/2019 3:21 PMPersonality, creativity and values can be expressed without buying more clothes. Hair can be styled differently. Existing clothes can be altered. Trade clothes with friends or family. Exercise and eat nutritiously, clothes will fit better and your commitment to a healthy lifestyle will be visible. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Watch a Documentary about Food SovereigntyHow does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
K Pieper 10/23/2019 12:26 PMFood sovereignty has the goal of placing the people's & community's rights to food and food production, above trade concerns. Organizing food production in ways that benefit society and nature, as a whole. -
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Adjust the ThermostatYour utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?
K Pieper 10/23/2019 12:11 PMInstead of turning on the lights, make use of natural light from windows and mirrors.