Cory Moody
5/18/2024 8:35 AM
In Asheville, wind turbines could be installed on top of large buildings and hotels, such as The Arras Hotel, which is currently the tallest building in Asheville.
Cory Moody
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Cory's actions
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
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.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 20 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 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Transportation
Go for a Daily Walk
Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 20 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
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
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 30 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Industry
Research Local Waste and Recycling Depots
To learn more about what is and is not recyclable in our area as well as how to properly dispose of hard to recycle materials to reduce my harmful impacts on the local environment AND learn how indigenous peoples and POC are more likely to be impacted by waste sites and pollution
Industry
Practice the 5 Rs
Recycling
I will practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about Micro WindMicro 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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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Education Research Barriers to Participation and RepresentationWhat are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
Cory Moody 5/17/2024 9:56 AMWomen, especially in marginalized communities are put at an extreme disadvantage. For example take the music industry, more specifically brass players. A study done by ResearchGate found that brass sections are up to 95% men. Many a time I have found myself as the only woman in my section or studio, sometimes in the entirety of low brass. Women are often found at the top of these sections because to be even remotely taken seriously as a female musician you must be flawless. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More About Geothermal EnergyGeothermal 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?
Cory Moody 5/14/2024 9:52 AMThe investment into research, home installation, and the investment of my time for personal research and understanding is more feasible for me. I think geothermal energy could be very promising if applicable for my future life and the investment of my time and money could give me an economic and environmental advantage. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about BiomassHad 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!
Cory Moody 5/09/2024 9:55 AMBiomass can sequester about 2.62 to 3.59 gigatons of CO2 from the atmosphere and could save us about 218.83 to 287.99 billion USD. Biomass could be used as a “bridge energy source” while we make our grid more flexible. It surprised me that biomass energy can be created from things that are already being produced.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Go for a Daily WalkWhat have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
Cory Moody 5/06/2024 8:54 AMI noticed that my dog somehow has boundless amounts of energy. She can run at full speed for 30+ minutes with no break and be completely fine. My neighborhood is full of infrastructure that's inaccessible for wheelchair and mobility aid users, such as uneven sidewalks and stairways with no access ramps. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Research PeatlandsMuch of Indonesia's peatlands have been drained so they could be replaced with palm oil or pulp and paper plantations. How can you make choices that help to protect peatlands, even if you live far away from one?
Cory Moody 5/03/2024 9:17 AMTo protect peatlands we can make sure to use/purchase products that don’t come from land that used to be peatlands or contain peat. We can also pay attention to the legislature that affects peatlands. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Research the Climate Impact of RefrigerantsWhat did you learn about the climate impact of refrigerants? How do supermarkets contribute to this impact?
Cory Moody 4/30/2024 9:55 AMI learned that improper manufacturing and disposal practices of refrigerants can have monumental effects on the climate. Supermarkets often have large refrigerated sections where leaks and breakdowns are prevalent. Large chain stores often neglect proper disposal. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Practice the 5 RsWhat are some more "Rs" you could add to your daily practice to reduce your waste?
Cory Moody 4/29/2024 8:52 AMI could make sure to pay more attention to what and how I recycle and follow all recycling instructions on packaging, -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Learn the Truth About Expiration DatesHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Cory Moody 4/25/2024 9:18 AMKnowing the difference between these styles of dating means you can buy food that will last longer. This ultimately leads to less food waste and less money wasted.