Chris Holman
4/10/2022 7:59 PM
While water isn't in short supply here in upstate NY, I do try to be aware of the amount of natural gas we burn to heat our water. We try to minimize the amount of hot water we use.
Chris Holman
POINTS TOTAL
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- 659 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO180gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO60minutesspent learning
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UP TO48meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
Chris's actions
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Economy & Communities
Induction Cooking
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 3 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Economy & Communities
Mend Clothing
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.
Economy & Communities
Create A Readiness Plan
SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure
I will develop a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.
Economy & Communities
Find out where your energy comes from
SDG #7 Energy
I will spend 15 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.
Climate & Ecosystems
Know Your Sustainable Seafood Options
SDG #14 Life Below Water
Using Seafood Watch's list, I will enjoy 1 sustainable seafood meal(s) each day.
Climate & Ecosystems
Support Local Pollinators
SDG #15 Life On Land
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 10 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.
Climate & Ecosystems
Ecological & Xeriscape Gardening
SDG #14 & 15
I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard, or volunteer in my community: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Basic Needs & Security
Make Zero-Waste Meals
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.
Climate & Ecosystems
Reduce Single-Use Plastics
SDG #14 & 15
Throughout the day, I will note the single-use plastics I use and consider the reusable options available to me.
Basic Needs & Security
Reduce Animal Product Consumption
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 15 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.
Participant Feed
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Chris Holman 4/15/2022 7:07 PMDid you know paper Easter eggs exist? We just got some to hide for our son. Right on! -
Chris Holman 4/11/2022 7:00 PMThis is pretty rewarding for sure. I think I'll do this again next time! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat is one way you will reduce your water use? What is a practice you already have that helps you reduce your water use?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhat was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 3:01 PMI can't say that I'm that skilled at mending. I just don't like to throw things away when there's still life left in them. I have a huge amount of marine grade epoxy for filling knot holes in wood projects. When a sole starts to peel away from my shoe, a small amount of epoxy will fix it right up. -
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 12:35 PMI'm wondering if Sustainable Seafood will net us many points. I believe most of the team doesn't eat fish and I just realized we can only have 5 daily activities. I might suggest the Explore Your Area daily, but I don't know how universal this is. My son and I get around town exploring new things a lot. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWould you consider using an induction cooking surface? If you have used one before, what do you like about induction cooking?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 12:11 PMI would absolutely use one. I don't think I'd tear out the resistive electric stove we have now, but when it breaks I know what I'm replacing it with. I already look forward to how easy it would be clean the thing! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEconomy & CommunitiesWhere does the energy in your region come from? Which energy is a renewable source?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 12:09 PMIt seems New York is doing fairly well in its' drive to reduce energy sector emissions. We barely touch coal these days and derive most of our power from hydroelectric, wind and nuclear. With all our rivers, and waterfalls, Hydro is our best renewable energy source. Now we need to work on our natural gas heating... Also, I read once that New York has the worst (longest) average commute in the country. Working on public transit could go a long way toward reducing our carbon burn. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsWhat ecological or xeriscape landscaping practices do you have? How has your landscape changed from these practices?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 11:58 AMMy wife and I are slowly replacing as much of our lawn as possible with perennial flowers, fruit trees, and crop spaces. We've only moved in a couple years ago and have a long way to go. The landscape itself hasn't changed much yet but I've gotten very familiar with every nook and cranny of the property which just feels "right" as both a homeowner and earth conscious animal just trying to do my best haha. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 11:54 AMThe ecological damage caused by high density cattle operations was the major factor in my decision to go vegetarian almost 20 years ago. Over time I've softened a little to the concept of animals as food but only in extreme moderation and with fairly strict, earth friendly diligence. I still can't bring myself to eat meat, but I'm working on my empathy towards those who do, when done as ethically as possible. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityHow did you incorporate using an entire vegetable (skins, peels, tops, and stalks) during one of your meal preps? What's something new you're going to try that is a zero-waste meal practice?
Chris Holman 4/09/2022 11:49 AMAs the father of a 3 year old, our food waste is a daily source of angst for me. I haven't been successful in getting to zero waste, but I try to guide us to less wasteful practices as best I can.