Niji Ohno
10/28/2020 9:44 PM
Researching alternative routes, making more time for travel. Ideally, getting high speed rail in the US.
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Stay on the GroundWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Justice for the Whole Community Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary ExperiencesHow is equality for trans, femme, and nonbinary people important to a just and sustainable society?
Niji Ohno 10/28/2020 9:43 PMEquality for trans, femme, and nonbinary people is important to a just and sustainable society as without equity, there will be systemic oppression, which will prioritize profit over people. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Justice for the Whole Community Support Businesses Owned by People of ColorA recent Keen Independent Research Foundation study found that Minority Businesses Enterprises (MBEs) are more likely to have difficulties in receiving loans or city contracts. In what ways can you work to address systemic racism like that demonstrated in this study?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Car ShareTake a moment to think of places you frequent often (work, grocery store, school, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Emily Radomski 10/28/2020 4:20 PMStop buying new clothes from 'fast fashion' brands (or just about any brand). Fast fashion is just awful all around, for the planet and the people that make it. Thrifting is much more environmentally friendly and fun! -
Lorraine Gleeson 10/28/2020 3:13 PMI enjoyed trying to eat more vegan meals and more vegetarian meals (besides breakfast). I also really loved aiming for more feel good movement. Not just "I should exercise for my health" but cranking up some tunes and dancing, taking a walk with a friend, or playing disc golf. So important yet often forgotten. -
Christina Morgan 10/28/2020 1:03 PMThis time of year is always hard for me to get away from my desk and my work. Working from home has made that even harder, I miss taking a 10 minute walk with my coworkers! -
Kim Horn 10/28/2020 12:23 PMI had a blast with this years challenge!!