Jay Trang

Coursera

"Learn more about how I can develop technology prototypes into solutions for sustainability by sustainability!"

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Jay's actions

Empowering the Next Generation

Read an Environmental Book with a Child

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.

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Sustainable Innovation

Sustainable Development Goals Education

I will complete a Coursera course that instructs on how organizations in both the public and private space can contribute to the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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Wildlife

Donate to Support Wildlife

There are many amazing projects supporting wildlife and their habitats. I will choose a project or organization to support that helps species and habitats I care about and make a donation.

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Community and Connection

Check In with a Friend or Colleague

Staying connected strengthens relationships and boosts well-being. Each day, I will reach out to 2 friends or colleagues to check in, have a meaningful conversation, or offer support.

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Sustainable Innovation

Share a Sustainable Innovation Discovery!

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.

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Health and Well-Being

Enjoy the Outdoors for 30 Minutes

Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside, then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.

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Health and Well-Being

Go Get a Check Up

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.

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Health and Well-Being

Replace a Product

Small changes can make a big difference for health and sustainability. Using what I learned from auditing ingredients in the products I use, I will replace 2 toxic or harmful products I use with safer, eco-friendly alternatives.

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Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Sustainable Innovation

What innovation did you share, where did you share it, and how do you think it could inspire others to explore sustainable solutions? How did sharing your discovery impact your own motivation to seek more innovations?
Jay Trang 4/01/2025 5:44 PM
- Exercise Lover 🤸
- 9-DAY STREAK
I am looking forward to continually sharing posts about innovations that either promises to or has already promoted sustainability efforts. The first one I'd like to discuss here is quite controversial - it's a nuclear energy solution. Specifically, I'd like to touch on nuclear fuel recycling. A major part of the problem with nuclear fission reactors is the nuclear waste left over. There's been some promising developments in both research labs and commercial businesses that can recover some of the spent nuclear fuel and produce either reusable nuclear fuel or other elements with medical or industrial uses. I have been particularly keen on "fast reactors" that can take recycled nuclear fuel and potentially burn that fuel for much longer, all the way until it becomes far less hazardous or radioactive in the end. Names like Sam Altman's Oklo or Bill Gates's TerraPower have emerged to commercialize fast reactors. They don't have a reactor online yet; the science seems to be solid so far. If their reactors do as they have promised, nuclear energy may end up being a very viable energy source.

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- Rachel Rosen 4/02/2025 6:07 AM
  
  ORG CAPTAIN
  
  Wildlife Guardian 🦉
  
  16-DAY STREAK
  I appreciate you sharing this Jay so we can all learn a bit more about it!
  
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Jay Trang 3/30/2025 6:21 PM
- Exercise Lover 🤸
- 9-DAY STREAK
I am SO glad to have found Coursera here in the Ecochallenge site! I have been learning more about how some of the largest companies and governments are guided by the Sustainable Development Goals through a Coursera course. Now I can take action for what I have learned and represent Coursera itself here in this platform. How's that for a full-circle?

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Jay Trang 3/30/2025 6:11 PM
- Exercise Lover 🤸
- 9-DAY STREAK
Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investing in anything, even things that help the planet, involves risks, so always do your own research and maybe consult a professional before making any moves.

I'm proud to say I have been an impact investor for over a year now, investing over $1000 into various renewable energy stocks and forest steward companies (not just "ESG" funds) for the long-term. Even better, much of my portfolio consists of sustainable companies that have had a long history paying dividends of over 3% over several years. (Here is one example; note the disclaimer.) These investments to me reinforces the idea that I do not have to sacrifice my own financial sustainability for the planet's sustainability. In fact, a sustainable world can empower many others to become financially successful too.

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- Rachel Rosen 4/01/2025 6:13 AM
  - ORG CAPTAIN
  - Wildlife Guardian 🦉
  - 16-DAY STREAK
  Wow this is so amazing Jay! It's great that you're finding many ways to back sustainability!
  
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