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Steve Dunning 4/11/2019 3:14 AMthis also keeps our money in our local economy - the profits are not being physically removed and controlled by others to invest elsewhere!
Susan Shaftan Perrin
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participant impact
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
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UP TO5.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
Susan's actions
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.
Transport
Explore Other Transport Solutions
All Transport Solutions
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.
Food
Support Local Food Systems
#4 Plant-Rich Diet
I will source 50 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.
Materials
Properly Dispose of Refrigerants
#1 Refrigerant Management
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to properly dispose of my refrigerator, freezer, and other refrigerants at the end of their useful lives.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
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.
Participant Feed
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Susan Shaftan Perrin 4/24/2019 4:09 AMnot sure why it only listed 2 local meals, but we source at least 50% of most of our meals locally. So easy here in the Hudson Valley- join a CSA, visit a farmer's market, or just purchase food from the "locally grown" section of any of our supermarkets. This is also a commitment to eat more fresh foods. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodDependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these (or other) advantages inspire you the most?
Susan Shaftan Perrin 4/10/2019 4:14 PMEating local food supports our neighbors, means we eat fresher and in season food and also helps reduce our carbon footprint -
REFLECTION QUESTIONMaterialsWhat do you want to prioritize over material 'stuff' in your own life?