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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an 2020 People's Ecochallenge expert in no time!
"Reduce my carbon foot print"
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I will use the resource links provided and spend 15 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.
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I will spend 15 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
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Greenhouse gases found in old refrigerants are up to 10,900 times more potent than carbon dioxide. I will help eliminate these gases through the purchase of offset credits to ensure we all have a planet we can thrive on.
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I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
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Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
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I will keep 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
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?