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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Action Track: Social Justice Learn about Local Indigenous Practices

What did you learn about indigenous peoples' land management that you can apply in your own life?

Jessica Cram 4/24/2019 11:07 AM

I think I will have to do more research on which companies to purchase from in order to be sure I am not taking part in decreasing the forest lands. I would also love to find ways to support the indigenous people in saving little pockets of our planet.

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Land Use Buy Bamboo

Are bamboo alternatives readily available in your community? If not, what are other sustainable alternatives?

Jessica Cram 4/24/2019 10:29 AM

In Seattle there are MANY shops that sell only sustainable materials. It would be great to have more and more places like this; however, the cost does seem to be an issue to make that happen.

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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?

Jessica Cram 4/24/2019 9:38 AM

Jobs are also an important part of agriculture in general.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls Learn about the Need for Family Planning

What did you learn about the need for family planning? Share some of the learning with your friends!

Jessica Cram 4/24/2019 9:31 AM

Family planning can literally change the future of all parties. Understanding health family is the best way to encourage and lift up our future generations.

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Land Use Forest-Friendly Foods 1

How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?

Jessica Cram 4/23/2019 11:53 AM

I currently eat eggs and meat, and drink milk and coffee. I can definitely reduce how much of each of these things to help (very slightly) in the deforestation issue.

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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?

Jessica Cram 4/20/2019 4:32 PM

I would love to spend less at the gas station AND go further with my tank!

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Jessica Cram 4/19/2019 2:56 PM

Aside from missing days of checking in, the challenge is a good reminder when I get lazy and "just don't want to."
I know the people around me think I am slightly crazy when it comes to 'saving the planet;' however, if I don't do my part, who will??

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Support Local Food Systems

Dependable 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?

Jessica Cram 4/19/2019 2:08 PM

I grew up eating straight from the vine; so, being able eat the freshest purchased food possible is most "inspiring" reason for me to support local farmers. Also, my number one reason to search for u-pick farms as often as possible. =)

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Materials Recycle Everything I Can

How could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle? How does considering implementing these "R's" make you feel?

Jessica Cram 4/18/2019 1:17 PM

Everyone who knows me, knows I am crazy about "the 'Rs'" and have been working to do as much as I can to reduce the amount of waste we have in this world. I would love to find ways to repurpose more items as this will decrease, even more, the amount added to the landfill.

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Materials Go Paperless

What do you want to prioritize over material 'stuff' in your own life?

Jessica Cram 4/05/2019 7:45 AM

My family and friends are the most important pieces of my every day. I love purging and having less and less distractions from spending time with them.

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