I will spend at least 2 minutes learning about the need for more regenerative agriculture.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Support Nutrient Management
Nutrient Management
I will research and support local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 3 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Replace Manual Thermostats
Smart Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Research Heat Pumps
High-Efficiency Heat Pumps
I will spend at least 2 minutes researching heat pumps to see if installing one makes sense for my home/building.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Explore Other Buildings Solutions
All Buildings Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings Solutions.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Research Retrofitting Incentives
Building Retrofitting
I will spend at least 3 minutes finding out if my city, region, state, or country offers incentives for retrofitting existing buildings.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Learn about the Legacy of Redlining
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 3 minutes learning about the legacy of redlining and how city planning and environmental justice issues are interconnected.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 3 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Land Sinks
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Land Sinks
Choose Better Wood Products
Forest Protection
I will only purchase wood and paper products from ecologically certified sources like Forest Stewardship Council.
COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 2
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will replace or remove from my current diet the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products that are known to contribute to deforestation.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 3 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 3 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Online Energy Audit
Multiple Solutions
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Tour a Green Roof
Green and Cool Roofs
I will set up a visit or a virtual tour of a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Upgrade My Windows
Insulation
I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Buildings
Plan to Insulate
Insulation
I will find out how to make my home more energy efficient through better insulation and weatherization.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Electricity
Calculate My Carbon Footprint
All Drawdown Solutions
I will calculate the greenhouse gas emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce my negative impact on the environment.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Building With Carbon Storing Waste Products
Engineered Sinks
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how people can build with carbon-storing materials - including agricultural byproducts - and discuss it with my peers in person or by posting to social media.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Learn about Biochar
Biochar Production
I will spend 5 minute(s) learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Transportation
Use Muscle Power
Multiple Transportation Solutions
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, and I will only use muscle-powered transportation for all other trips.
COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS
Transportation
Purchase a Carbon Offset
Efficient Aviation
If I buy a plane ticket, I will purchase a carbon offset.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Participant Feed
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Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
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REFLECTION
QUESTION
Health and EducationResearch Barriers to Participation and Representation
What are some of the barriers that exist to women's equal participation and/or representation in your community?
Food, Agriculture, and Land UseLearn More about Regenerative Agriculture
Clean air, clean water and healthy food are just three reasons to care about regenerative agriculture. What are some other reasons? How could/does regenerative agriculture positively impact you and your community?
I'm not sure if bulding with bamboo is being done here, and wonder how the local codes perceive that technique. Another sustainable alternative that has many uses is hemp.
All dates are not an indication of food safety which is pretty clear. I will share this information with others now. I have always made judgement calls on the specific food regardless of date and will continue.
Spicing it up, by ensuring plants have a volume of soil large enough to retain moisture and temperature, saving water, time, and your precious plant's life.
