Allison Fowle
"Climate change is the most important issue for young people -- it's time to act!"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 422 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO14locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO20meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO40minutesspent learning
Allison's actions
Food
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Food
Support Local Food Systems
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will source 15 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Food
Explore Other Food Solutions
All Food Solutions
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.
Food
Keep Track of Wasted Food
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during the EcoChallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.
Electricity Generation
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
#2 Wind Turbines (Onshore), #8 Solar Farms
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.
Transport
Use Muscle Power
#49 Cars
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Materials
Recycle Everything I Can
#55 Household Recycling
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood CompostingProducing food that goes uneaten squanders many resources—seeds, water, energy, land, fertilizer, hours of labor, financial capital. Which of these kinds of waste most motivates you to change your behavior regarding food waste? Why?
Allison Fowle 3/28/2019 1:51 PMWasted land really bothers me! So much of our land is developed as cities, farms, ranches, suburbs, etc., making us lose green spaces. Undisturbed natural areas are important for wildlife, recreation, carbon sequestration, and much more! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Generation Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy CreditsYour utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your zipcode, and in your state. What steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?
Allison Fowle 3/28/2019 1:26 PMI can definitely be better at keeping my thermostat low and unplugging appliances when I'm done with them. I also want to insulate my home better and install new windows. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransport Use Muscle PowerHow do your transportation choices affect your engagement in your community? Does your experience or enjoyment differ while walking, riding transit, biking or driving?
Allison Fowle 3/28/2019 1:18 PMWalking to work feels so much better than driving. It's great to spend some time outside, and have a slower-paced commute helps me feel centered and prepared for the day.-
Liam Neupert 3/28/2019 1:20 PMLove this!
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Allison Fowle 3/28/2019 12:52 PMGo Team One Stone! Can't wait to make our school greener!