2019 People's Ecochallenge

Ecochallenge.org

October 2 - October 23, 2019

"HP my dream"

Online's points

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
501 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

0.9

pounds of CO2

have been saved

Online's actions

High Impact Action Track

Stay on the Ground

Transportation

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

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ONE-TIME ACTION

High Impact Action Track

Install Alternative Energy

Energy

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Reduce Animal Products

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 5 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Create Your Own Action

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Food

Whole Foods Diet

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Locally-Sourced Meals

I will source 2 meal(s) each day from local producers.

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Food

Weekly Meal Planning

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 4 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.

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Food

Zero-Waste Cooking

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

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DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Plant an Herb Garden

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Try a New Way to Prep

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Meet My Local Farmers

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Advocate for More Food Options

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work, on campus and/or in the spaces I frequent.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Buy From a Farmers Market

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Organize a Course

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses on food sustainability - 'Menu for the Future' or 'Hungry for Change', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Join a Local CSA

I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty

I will watch 5 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

Online Tips 10/21/2019 12:47 AM

How does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?How does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?

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Online Tips 10/16/2019 11:44 PM

I try to avoid single-use items as much as possible. Cultivate to use a eco-friendly reusable items. for eg: Ceramic/Stainless steel cups for coffee/tea. Cloth/Jute bags for Groceries etc

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Online Tips 10/15/2019 8:26 PM

Energy conservation is the effort made to reduce the consumption of energy by using less of an energy service. This can be achieved either by using energy more efficiently (using less energy for a constant service) or by reducing the amount of service used (for example, by driving less).

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Online Tips 10/12/2019 11:21 AM

There are other food challenges that do not involve disgusting foods There are other food challenges that do not involve disgusting foods

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Online Tips 10/12/2019 11:16 AM

High-quality foods include unrefined, minimally processed foods such as vegetables and fruits, whole grains, healthy fats and healthy sources of protein – the foods recommended in the Healthy Eating Plate.High-quality foods include unrefined, minimally processed foods such as vegetables and fruits, whole grains, healthy fats and healthy sources of protein – the foods recommended in the Healthy Eating Plate.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

When you know who produces your food, you are connecting personally to your complex regional food system. What are the advantages of knowing who produces your food and where it comes from? Do you think this might enable someone to advocate for a better quality of life for those who produce their food, both near and far?
Online Tips 10/12/2019 11:15 AM

High-quality foods include unrefined, minimally processed foods such as vegetables and fruits, whole grains, healthy fats and healthy sources of protein – the foods recommended in the Healthy Eating Plate.High-quality foods include unrefined, minimally processed foods such as vegetables and fruits, whole grains, healthy fats and healthy sources of protein – the foods recommended in the Healthy Eating Plate.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
Online Tips 10/12/2019 11:13 AM

Voltaire once said that “common sense is not so common,” a statement that resonates as particularly true lately. Voltaire once said that “common sense is not so common,” a statement that resonates as particularly true lately.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

What efforts would help food insecure regions have access to local, seasonal foods?
Online Tips 10/11/2019 11:30 AM

Seasonal produce refers to the times of year when the harvest or the flavour of a ... (Food miles). Macrobiotic diets emphasise eating locally grown foods that are in season. Seasonal produce refers to the times of year when the harvest or the flavour of a ... (Food miles). Macrobiotic diets emphasise eating locally grown foods that are in season.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

What is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
Online Tips 10/11/2019 11:28 AM

Crops will be made more resistant to pests and viruses, he says, but food will look the ... Otherwise, good old energy bars will do the job.Crops will be made more resistant to pests and viruses, he says, but food will look the ... Otherwise, good old energy bars will do the job.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Dependable fresh food, better prices (cutting out carbon-heavy supply chain and grocery stores), supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these benefits (or others not listed here) inspires you the most?
Online Tips 10/11/2019 11:26 AM

7 benefits of eating local foods. Locally grown food is full of flavor. Eating local food is eating seasonally. Local food has more nutrients. Local food supports the local economy. Local food benefits the environment. Local foods promote a safer food supply7 benefits of eating local foods. Locally grown food is full of flavor. Eating local food is eating seasonally. Local food has more nutrients. Local food supports the local economy. Local food benefits the environment. Local foods promote a safer food supply

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