Lavenya Harris
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 762 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0donationsmade
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
Lavenya's actions
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
#5 Tropical Forests
I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.
Transport
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
#26 Electric Vehicles
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Land Use
Choose Better Wood Products
#38 Forest Protection
I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.
Materials
Go Paperless
#70 Recycled Paper
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
Food
Composting
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Electricity Generation
Support Companies Leading in Green Energy
#8 Solar Farms
I will use my spending power to reward companies leading in purchasing green energy and incentivize others to invest more in green energy.
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.
Action Track: Social Justice
Fund Family Planning
#7 Family Planning
I will donate to supply a community with reproductive health supplies.
Action Track: Social Justice
Start a Social Media Campaign
#6 Educating Girls
Through social media, I will raise awareness about gender inequity in education by sharing the information found in the links below.
Land Use
Learn about Local Indigenous Practices
#39 Indigenous Peoples' Land Management
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land by attending a training, workshop, or presentation.
Land Use
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Transport
Test Drive an Electric Bike
#69 Electric Bikes
I will test drive an electric bike at a local distributor to see if it makes sense to use one in place of my car, or to extend the area I can cover by bike.
Food
Support Nutrient Management
#65 Nutrient Management
I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.
Action Track: Social Justice
Make School More Affordable
#6 Educating Girls
I will raise funds to help make school affordable for girls around the world.
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