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"In the end, we will conserve only what we love, we will love only what we understand, and we will understand only what we are taught. Baba Dioum "
#5 Tropical Forests
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
All Food Solutions
I will spend at least 90 minutes researching other Drawdown Food Solutions.
#9 Silvopasture
I will spend at least 90 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
#55 Household Recycling
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
#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.
#73 Green Roofs
I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 90 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
#54 Walkable Cities
I will find out who in my city makes decisions that impact neighborhood walkability and express my support for better walking infrastructure.
#36 Alternative Cement
I will spend at least 90 minutes researching cement alternatives that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete.
#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.
#3 Reduced Food Waste
I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
#70 Recycled Paper
I will plan ahead to only use paper products made from post-consumer recycled paper for my home or office.
#47 Bioplastic
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
#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.
#76 Micro Wind
I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of Micro Wind.
#18 Geothermal
I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
#29 Wave and Tidal
I will spend at least 90 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
#35 Bamboo
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
#15 Afforestation
I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
#38 Forest Protection
I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.