EcoChallenge.org

Drawdown EcoChallenge

April 3 - April 24, 2019

Michael Hogue

HR Climate Coolers

"I pledge to be best in this world!"

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
784 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

215

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

275

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

9.0

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

1.0

donation

made

Michael's actions

Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

#9 Silvopasture

I will spend at least 15 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Action Track: Social Justice

Support Microgeneration in Low Income Countries

#48 In-Stream Hydro, #76 Micro Wind, #78 Microgrids

I will make a donation to a nonprofit that installs microgeneration in low income countries.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Smaller Portions

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Transport

Purchase a Carbon Offset

#43 Airplanes

If I buy a plane ticket, I will purchase a carbon offset.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Women and Girls

Support Women-Owned Businesses

#62 Women Smallholders

I will spend 15 minutes each day researching women-owned businesses I can support when shopping.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Transport

Improve a Bus Stop

#37 Mass Transit

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or implementing some other small improvement.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Women and Girls

Learn about the Need for Family Planning

#7 Family Planning

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Women and Girls

Research Barriers to Participation and Representation

#6 Educating Girls, #7 Family Planning, #62 Women Smallholders

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Explore Other Food Solutions

All Food Solutions

I will spend at least 15 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Reduce Animal Products

#4 Plant-Rich Diet

I will enjoy 1 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

Michael Hogue 4/24/2019 5:17 AM
Working my way towards a better future!

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Michael Hogue 4/23/2019 5:58 AM
I really am enjoying the challenge since I am expanding my knowledge in different areas and advocating for things I believe in.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

What are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:56 PM
Cultures that keep women as second class citizens. Lack of credit or job experience.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

What did you learn about the need for family planning? Share some of the learning with your friends!
Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:55 PM
Small families stress the environment less.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

Globally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. How can you better support communities by supporting women? Can you share any past experiences that may help others take action?
Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:54 PM
In most communities around the world, women are the ones to bring in the money. Support women owned businesses and you end up supporting the community.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport

How can you advocate for transportation systems which minimize environmental impact while also meeting human needs?
Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:53 PM
Any mass transit is environmentally friendly by design. The problem is that of the last mile issue. Depending on where you are or want to go, mass transit will get you nearby but not necessarily exactly where u want to be. That leaves you to figure out how to get to/from transit. If u are willing to expect a not perfect system, you will be more environmentally friendly and vis versa.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport

How do your transportation choices affect your engagement in your community? Does your experience or enjoyment differ while walking, riding transit, biking or driving?
Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:46 PM
I have only a few modes of transportation since I am an amputee. I ride transit or I walk. Walking is not a fun experience for me so I am so glad I have access to public transit. It even helps that I work for a public transit agency!

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Michael Hogue 4/22/2019 5:42 PM
Hard to do the challenge when you are chilling with your friends!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport

A round-trip flight from New York City to Los Angeles emits just over 1.5 tons of CO2. What can you do to reduce the number of flights you take per year?
Michael Hogue 4/17/2019 6:26 AM
Just don't travel....but that is not reasonable. Travel broadens your perspective and allows compassion by giving your others viewpoints.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use

How difficult or easy was it to change your diet?
Michael Hogue 4/17/2019 6:24 AM
I'm always willing to try new foods. The hard part is adding them to my diet on a regular basis and get out of my comfort zone.

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