

Naomi Collison
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO21plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.0more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO60minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO358minutesspent learning
Naomi's actions
Industry
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Bioplastics; Reduced Plastics
I will avoid buying and using 10 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.
Industry
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Multiple Industry Solutions
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.
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.
Land Sinks
Explore My Area
Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 60 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Industry
Find a Local Climate-Friendly Supermarket
Refrigerant Management
I will explore the interactive map in the links below to find a supermarket that does not use HFC refrigerants near my home.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
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.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 40 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 10 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Family Planning and Education
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 55 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 50 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 the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 43 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
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 QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Naomi Collison 4/30/2025 11:18 AMIt positively affects me because I feel better and have more naturally produced energy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseWhat was the most interesting thing to learn about sustainable aquaculture practices?
Naomi Collison 4/29/2025 10:52 AMThe most interesting thing to learn about sustainable aquaculture practices is that animals are being neglected and it is really sad. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Naomi Collison 4/28/2025 11:06 AMYou can express your personality, creativity, and values without relying on fast fashion by focusing on quality over quantity, styling items you already have differently, and doing meaningful activities that show your interests. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityWhat did you learn about wave and tidal energy? How do they compare to other energy sources?
Naomi Collison 4/28/2025 11:03 AMWave and tidal energy have a higher energy density than wind and solar, and wave energy is more reliable and predictable than wind power. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityMicro 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?
Naomi Collison 4/28/2025 10:52 AMMirco turbines could potentially be installed on the tallest buildings, or apartment complexes with no obstructed view, in Asheville. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow difficult or easy was it to change your diet?
Naomi Collison 4/28/2025 10:50 AMIt was not that difficult to change my diet because I already don't use a lot with palm oil, etc in them. I had to change out some of my protein bars and snacks, but that is about all. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
Naomi Collison 4/25/2025 6:07 AMSingle-use items that I regularly use are plastic bags and straws, and I substitute them by using metal straws which are reusable, and I use the plastic bags to hold my trash so that I don't have to use both mini trash bags AND plastic bags. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place -- your deep knowledge of and appreciation for your surroundings?
Naomi Collison 4/25/2025 6:04 AMSpending more time outdoors can enhance my sense of place, knowledge, and appreciation because you won't be so ignorant to what's going on outside of your home. It's important to understand and be involved in your environment. You can also help the environment, and the more you see it, the more likely you are to help. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryHow close is the nearest climate-friendly supermarket to your home? How could you encourage local supermarket to reduce or phase out their use of HFC refrigerants?
Naomi Collison 4/25/2025 6:01 AMThe closest climate-friendly supermarket to my home is LIDL in Charlotte, because I live in Charlotte on the weekends. I could encourage local supermarkets to reduce or phase out their use of HFC refrigerants by showing substitutes for them, that are just as good. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustryWhat are some more "Rs" you could add to your daily practice to reduce your waste?
Naomi Collison 4/25/2025 5:58 AMSome more "Rs" I could add to my daily practice to reduce waste is Rethink, Recover, and Refuse.