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  • Chad Blumeyer's avatar
    Chad Blumeyer 4/30/2022 1:46 PM
    Proud to say that I'm making the switch to 100% renewable wind source power from my electrical utility. It was easy to switch and not that big of an impact to the monthly budget!

    • Juan Izar Tenorio's avatar
      Juan Izar Tenorio 5/02/2022 8:57 AM
      That is great Chad! I'm happy to hear you took the initiative and feel good about it!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood
    How do you create new sustainability-related habits or change bad habits?

    James Neuenfeldt's avatar
    James Neuenfeldt 4/30/2022 12:35 PM
    First, get your spouse on board otherwise it is going to be so much harder...Then baby steps...
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    Economy & Communities
    What was it like to create a readiness plan? Did you find other resources you could share?

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    James Neuenfeldt 4/30/2022 12:30 PM
    My wife and I need to complete many things, like getting our wills done. This was just more thing that we now have done....yea.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems
    How can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place? Was there a new place in your region that was exciting to learn about and visit?

    James Neuenfeldt's avatar
    James Neuenfeldt 4/30/2022 6:35 AM
    I find walking along rivers is a big eye-opener. Rivers are a source of life ...and waste. You can see what is going on in your community.
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    Economy & Communities
    What was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?

    James Neuenfeldt's avatar
    James Neuenfeldt 4/30/2022 6:29 AM
    Time-consuming but able to watch tv at the same time. My skills are poor but the clothing is just for working around the house...so it doesn't matter. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems
    Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?

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    Ruby Farheen 4/29/2022 6:13 AM
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    Climate & Ecosystems
    What is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?

    James Neuenfeldt's avatar
    James Neuenfeldt 4/26/2022 10:08 AM
    Buckthorn, zebra muscles, carp, and many many more. 

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      James Neuenfeldt 4/26/2022 10:13 AM
      Followup: Buckthorn is over my backyard and neighborhood. It grows so fast and takes up most of the resources from other plants...and is hard to get rid of.

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    James Neuenfeldt 4/22/2022 6:50 AM
     Here is a youtube that I've communicated with others but I'm posting it now...
    Watch "Renewables vs. Fossil Fuels: The True Cost of Energy" on YouTube
    https://youtu.be/6_BGHy4sfMs [youtu.be]

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    James Neuenfeldt 4/22/2022 6:24 AM
    Happy Earth Day! Today Youtubers are getting together to produce videos to celebrate Earth Day. Check it out.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems
    What ecological or xeriscape landscaping practices do you have? How has your landscape changed from these practices?

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    Heather Compton 4/20/2022 1:51 PM
    I won't be able to do this until May, but I'm going to order a pollinator kit of plants from my local watershed district.  I am adding this to our landscape close to my bees.  I'm hoping this will provide more local food for them this year.