

Kim Sherman
"Do my part, every day. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 796 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO24meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO41more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO6.0educational videoswatched
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UP TO100minutesspent learning
Kim's actions
Health and Education
Exercise 30 minutes daily
I chose this goal because I am in my 60s and am losing strength and flexibility.
Industry
Green My Job
Industry
Using Drawdown's Job Function Action Guide, I will learn about climate actions I can take at work.
Health and Education
Watch Drawdown's Climate Solutions 101 Series
Family Planning and Education
I will watch Drawdown’s Climate Solutions 101 and share what I learned with others.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Food Waste
Reduced Food Waste
I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Drawdown Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Animal Products
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.
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.
Electricity
Go car-free
I will sell my gas-powered vehicle this month.
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.
Electricity
Spread the Word about Energy Alternatives
All Electricity Solutions
I will research and tell 3 people each day about the benefits of alternative energy sources like wind turbines, solar energy, geothermal energy, and methane digesters.
Electricity
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
Onshore Wind Turbines, Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
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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Kim Sherman 10/31/2023 10:10 AMWell, I have not sold my truck, yet. I do have a strong nibble on it, though.
I bought this truck in November 2002, brand new. We choose her because at the time, Toyota Tundras were the top rated truck in that class for off-center, head-on crashes, and our teenage son was about to be a licensed driver. The accident that resulted in the highest death of teenage boy drivers was the off-center, head-on crash, and we kinda wanted to protect the boy. He was never in an accident, but it was nice feeling that he was somewhat protected.
The truck's name is "Bertha" and she has served me well for 21 years. When I sell her, I will take public transit for most trips, a ride-sharing service for late night or early morning trips, and a rental car for trips not easily serviced by bus or train. I'll miss the convenience of my own vehicle, but I will not miss the insurance, upkeep, and $100 to fill it with fossil fuels.
When I can afford a vehicle again, it will be an electric. -
Kim Sherman 10/25/2023 9:20 AMOne of my goals is to find a 100+ acre parcel with a year-round stream or bordering a river. I plan to be "off grid" with wind, solar, and water-generated electricity. Geothermal heating and cooling are a component of that goal.-
Kendra Kent 10/25/2023 9:56 AMWhat an amazing goal! I hope you're able to achieve it.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Green My JobWhat actions will you take to green your job?
Kim Sherman 10/16/2023 5:49 PMMy home and my office focus on eliminating plastics and styrofoam. We specifically seek out items that are packaged in recyclable containers. -
Kim Sherman 9/08/2023 9:34 AMI have high hopes for myself in making the EcoChallenge a daily action...