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?

Ava Nemeth 4/25/2019 1:19 AM

I really enjoyed doing this challenge. It made me realize that my family and I needed to make some changes in order to help the environment around us. It helped us identify what we waste and what we could use. Going forward with these new changes will be permanent.

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Ava Nemeth 4/24/2019 3:50 AM

Micro tubes could possibly be installed in the Empire State Building. That building has tons of lights and it is always lit up.

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Kayleigh Maloney 4/23/2019 8:17 PM

This challenge has really got me thinking about the world and how to make it a better place. I am glad I did this challenge. I have started to take action and I hope others will too.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land Use Plant Trees

How is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/23/2019 8:13 PM

I think planting trees makes everyone healthier in general. First off, trees give off oxygen. Which we need to live. I think can also help us mentally and spiritually because it connects us with the environment and shows us how we can make the world a better place.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Reduce Animal Products

In your opinion, what contributes to people in North America eating more meat than any other countries? What does this say about North American values and ways of living?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:44 PM

Americans eat way more meat than other countries. North America is not the healthiest country for the reason of eating so much meat. Eating meat imits greenhouse gases. This is why North America has a lot of greenhouse gases because of the amount of meat that is eaten here.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Smaller Portions

Fun fact: Your brain and stomach register feelings of fullness after about 20 minutes of eating. While dishing food out, we tend to load our plates with more than we need. Using smaller plates helps to mitigate this. Aside from the environmental benefits, what other benefits might come out of eating smaller portions?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:37 PM

Some benefits from eating less is mental and physical health of your body. Over eating can cause obesity and being over weight.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:31 PM

Many people waste food just because it isn't as new as some of the other product or goods. But still eating food and goods that are still healthy and not expired could save a lot of waste in the world. If it doesn't smell or look bad it shouldn't be wasted.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls Support Women-Owned Businesses

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?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:17 PM

You can support women in the community by supporting businesses run by women or important things women do in the community. You can show support by listening to their opinions and spreading want they want to be heard.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport Stay on the Ground

What was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:15 PM

Instead of flying to North Carolina my family decided to drive instead of take a plane. It may have taken longer but it is much better for the environment.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport Try Carpooling

List some of the places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?

Kayleigh Maloney 4/22/2019 4:11 PM

I have dance 3-6 times a week. Me and 3 other girls in my area carpool there and back. Everyone saves a lot of gas this way. It is much more efficient to carpool and it causes less pollution.

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