Join the Drawdown EcoChallenge, presented by EcoChallenge.org

April 3 - April 24, 2019

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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

Brendan Steinhofer 4/24/2019 7:48 PM

This is a great way to know that I am helping the world. This is probably the most helpful thing I have done all year. Thank You Eco-Challenge and team!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport Explore Other Transport Solutions

What did you find out? What is the most interesting fact you learned?

Eric Steinhofer 4/24/2019 6:31 PM

I was only able to spend 15 minutes researching this solution. Where I live in Marin County,CA 52% of carbon emissions are generated by gasoline fueled vehicle traffic. By riding a bicycle for errands and to get to work you are having a direct positive impact and helping to reverse global warming.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle

Reducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?

Eric Steinhofer 4/24/2019 6:26 PM

I was only able spend 15 minutes researching this topic. If my average cost of electricity is 20 cents per kwh and my electric vehicle has a 2kw battery then I'll pay 40 cents per hour to charge my EV on a level 1 or level 2 charging station at my home.

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Tanya Steinhofer 4/24/2019 4:21 PM

I really enjoyed this EcoChallenfe and learned so much about different solutions.

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Brendan Steinhofer 4/23/2019 8:30 PM

What a great challenge I loved saving our earth

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Tanya Steinhofer 4/23/2019 8:27 PM

Great! Only one more day to go!

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Tanya Steinhofer 4/23/2019 8:24 PM

We've done great these past few weeks and learned a ton as a family.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport Test Drive an Electric Bike

Half of all trips made in the US are three miles or less; 72% of them are driven. Private vehicles account for 60% of trips of a mile or less. Do you often drive short distances instead of biking or walking? If so, how might incorporating an electric bike into your lifestyle help you make more climate-friendly choices?

Tanya Steinhofer 4/23/2019 8:24 PM

It'll make it easier to ride when I might need to be faster than a regular bike out don't want to sweat.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture

Clean air, clean water and healthy food are three reasons to care about regenerative agriculture. What are some other reasons?

Eric Steinhofer 4/18/2019 10:05 PM

I'm noting here I spent ten minutes researching this action. According to ITF.org use by date is meant for buyers of product, sell by date is meant for sellers and best by date is meant for buyers that want to maximize the quality of their purchase.

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Tanya Steinhofer 4/18/2019 9:47 PM

I'm so proud of my team. Despite our small size, we are killing it!

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