Eleanor Brown
4/30/2025 2:48 PM
Protecting the seafloor is important because it supports marine life, stores carbon, and helps keep ocean ecosystems healthy and balance
Eleanor Brown
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participant impact
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UP TO23minutesspent exercising
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO479minutesspent learning
Eleanor's actions
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 25 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
Conservation Agriculture, Regenerative Annual Cropping
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Family Planning and Education
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
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.
Industry
Learn about Carbon Offsets
I will spend 20 minutes learning about carbon offsets, and why they are a necessary solution in combating a climate crisis.
Transportation
Research and Advocate for High-Speed Rail
High-Speed Rail
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching and advocating for a comprehensive high speed rail network in my country/region.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn About Aquaculture
Improved Aquaculture
Each day, I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.
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Transportation
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Electric Cars, Hybrid Cars
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
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.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Smaller Portions
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Buildings
Research Retrofitting Incentives
Building Retrofitting
I will spend at least 20 minutes finding out if my city, region, state, or country offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 25 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 20 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Industry
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Multiple Industry Solutions
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.
Buildings
Research Heat Pumps
High-Efficiency Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 25 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Research the Wonders of Macroalgae / Seaweed
Macroalgae Protection and Restoration
Each day, I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about protecting and restoring macroalgae/seaweed.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Research Bottom-Trawling Seafloor Impacts
Seafloor Protection
Each day, I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about how bottom-trawling impacts on the seafloor.
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 75 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn About Cattle Farming
Improved Cattle Feed; Improved Manure Management
I will spend 60 minutes researching cattle feed and manure management, or visiting a dairy farm to learn about their farming practices.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 20 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 QUESTIONCoastal, Ocean, and Engineered SinksWhy is protecting the seafloor important?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildingsCities and towns need to plan for climate change. How can your city or town make its climate action plans equitable and socially just?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 2:41 PMTo make climate action plans fair, cities should involve all communities—especially those most affected by climate change—in planning and decision-making. They should also focus investments in vulnerable neighborhoods, create green job opportunities, and ensure affordable housing so no one is left behind. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildingsWhy is taking action on climate change important to you? Why do you care?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 12:28 PMTaking action on climate change matters to me because it protects our planet, our health, and the future of generations to come. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 12:17 PMYou can express your personality, creativity, and values by customizing the clothes you already have, swapping or borrowing with friends, supporting sustainable brands, upcycling old items, and showing your style through actions, art, or words instead of just what you wear. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCoastal, Ocean, and Engineered SinksWhat did you learn about seaweed and its importance to coastal ecosystems?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 12:11 PMSeaweed is crucial to coastal ecosystems because it provides habitat, protects shorelines, supports the food chain, cleans the water, and helps fight climate change by storing carbon. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and EducationWhat did you learn about the need for family planning? How do the needs of different people in different places compare to each other?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 11:24 AMI learned that family planning is important because it helps people decide when and how many children to have based on their personal, financial, and health situations. It allows families to provide better care and opportunities for their children while also helping communities manage their resources more wisely. Family planning also plays a big role in reducing the strain on the environment by helping to slow down population growth.
The needs of people in different places can vary a lot depending on where they live and what resources they have. In some parts of the world, people may need access to education and healthcare to learn about and use family planning methods safely. In other areas, people may already have this access but need support with the economic challenges of raising a family. Understanding these differences helps us see why it’s important to support solutions that fit each community’s unique situation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityWhat did you learn about wave and tidal energy? How do they compare to other energy sources?
Eleanor Brown 4/30/2025 10:57 AMWave and tidal energy are clean, renewable sources that use ocean movement to generate electricity. While they're more predictable than wind or solar, they are currently more expensive and less developed.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationWhat have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
Eleanor Brown 4/29/2025 2:03 PMI’ve enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and seeing neighbors on my walks, but more sidewalks, better lighting, and safer crossings would make them even better. -
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?
Eleanor Brown 4/29/2025 1:52 PMEating or serving smaller portions can lead to better digestion, improved weight management, reduced risk of chronic diseases, and greater mindfulness about eating habits.-
CHARLOTTE GAYNER 4/29/2025 6:16 PMIt is really interesting to see how typical portion sized change from country to country. It is so common in the US to have portion sizes that are too big, resulting in things like more food waste and obesity.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBuildingsHow can you share what you have learned in your research with others?
Eleanor Brown 4/29/2025 1:49 PMYou can share what you’ve learned in your research by creating a report, presentation, or video to explain your findings to others clearly and effectively.