Dewayne Rogers

Learning by doing empowers youth. I will conduct an environmental audit — such as a home energy or waste audit — alongside a young person to teach them practical sustainability skills and see what I learn from them as well.

Stories inspire curiosity and care for the world. I will read 1 environmental-themed books with a child to help them learn about nature and sustainability.

Convert my old riding mower to electric. I acquired a mower someone didn't want and will be doing a cheap basic conversion to electric. I had an old Taylor-Dunn cart motor and some AGM batteries laying around. Our back yard trail can be a bit steep and my wife and oldest daughter have mobility issues. Gas is too expensive and will be being phased out, so I decided to do a basic analog controlled conversion so they can easier get to the back yard and we don't have to carry as much supplies in the hand cart when going to the back gardens and greenhouse.

Innovation thrives when we share ideas. I will share 1 sustainable innovation discoveries on social media or in the Ecochallenge feed to inspire others to explore creative solutions.

Experiencing nature together builds appreciation and connection. I will spend 60 minutes enjoying an outdoor activity with a young person, such as hiking, visiting a park or nature center, or exploring a trail.