Heather Porrello

Lyft Nashville

"To do better than last year"

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Heather's actions

Wildlife

Support Pollinators

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators, including monarch butterflies, to produce fruit. I will spend 5 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

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Wildlife

Research a Wild Animal

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).

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Fresh Water

Conserve Toilet Water

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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Wildlife

Research Benefits of Biodiversity

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how biodiversity positively impacts our world and how the loss of biodiversity harms it.

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Wildlife

Use Reusable Bags

Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals. If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.

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Oceans

Smart Seafood Choices

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Wildlife

What do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?
Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 8:12 PM
I try to take my backpack with me everywhere I go just in case. I also carry spare bags in the trunk of my car. I know other people who have used a sweatshirt and turned it into a makeshift bag to carry stuff. If I do have to use a plastic bag, I can reuse it as much as possible. I saw on a youtube video recently how you can plant lettuce heads in a bag if you fill it with soil and poke some holes in it.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Fresh Water

What would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 6:08 PM
Compost toilets are great for water conservation. In Thailand, we built one around a banana tree so our waste would become food for the tree. I think we could benefit by adopting a modern approach to our bathroom habits and design.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Wildlife

Why is it important to take care of pollinators?
Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 6:02 PM
Pollinators facilitate reproduction in 90% of the world's flowering plants. No bees equal no squash, almonds, etc.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Wildlife

How can you encourage biodiversity by your own actions?
Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 5:57 PM
Many diseases (in humans) are caused by humans destroying wild animal habitats. I hope to encourage others to be respectful, by sharing this info with as many people who will hear it, lol.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Wildlife

What interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?
Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 5:32 PM
I learned about how re-introducing the wolves into yellow stone national park did remarkable things for the biodiversity!
Additionally, there are only two northern white rhinos left and are kept under 24-hour surveillance.

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Heather Porrello 4/01/2020 5:18 PM
I love the wildlife challenge. I want to plant some sunflowers and maybe lavender for the bees/pollinators this year!

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