Austin Bednarzik
4/29/2025 6:04 AM
Aquaculture is just farming, but in the ocean. it's farming for not just plants but fish and other things that live in the ocean too
Austin Bednarzik
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO2.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.0zero-waste mealconsumed
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UP TO1.0sustainable seafood mealconsumed
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UP TO74minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO69minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO327minutesspent learning
Austin's actions
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 31 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 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn About Aquaculture
Improved Aquaculture
Each day, I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.
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.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 40 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Family Planning and Education
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Restore Wetlands
Coastal Wetland Restoration
I will volunteer 3 hours with a wetland restoration project in my region to learn about the importance of wetlands.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn About Cattle Farming
Improved Cattle Feed; Improved Manure Management
I will spend 45 minutes researching cattle feed and manure management, or visiting a dairy farm to learn about their farming practices.
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.
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.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 33 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Zero-Waste Cooking
Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 1 meals with zero-waste each day.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Tend A Garden
Conservation Agriculture
I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Eat Mindfully
Reduced Food Waste
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 25 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 QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseWhat was the most interesting thing to learn about sustainable aquaculture practices?
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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?
Austin Bednarzik 4/23/2025 6:18 AMThere are a few ways you can help support geothermal energy. One way is by using your money to support clean energy companies or by choosing green energy options at home if they’re available. You can also invest your time by learning more about geothermal energy and sharing what you learn with others, like in school projects or conversations. Another way is speaking up for clean energy. You can write to local leaders, join environmental clubs, or help raise awareness in your community. All these actions can help geothermal energy grow and become a bigger part of how we power the world. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How does your eating experience differ when practicing mindfulness?
Austin Bednarzik 3/21/2025 5:46 AMi ate my breakfast without any screens and just focused on food-
Owen Jernigan 3/21/2025 5:47 AM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryWhat did you learn about the climate impact of refrigerants? How do supermarkets contribute to this impact?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseWhat did you cook and how did it turn out? Can you share a recipe on the feed for others to try?
Austin Bednarzik 3/18/2025 6:08 AMI cooked line-caught Alaskan cod in a pan with rosemary, butter, and olive oil.