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"Family in Rhinebeck pushing ourselves to clean up our carbon act!"
#46 Water Saving - Home
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.
#70 Recycled Paper
I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will source 20 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.
#55 Household Recycling
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
#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.
#31 Insulation
I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.
#60 Composting, #3 Reduced Food Waste
I will start a compost bin where I live.
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
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