Eloise Lang
4/30/2021 3:15 PM
Going on daily walks has reminded me of the benefits the sun and fresh air provide for our health.
Eloise Lang
POINTS TOTAL
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- 734 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO3.2locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO40meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO95minutesspent exercising
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UP TO457minutesspent learning
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UP TO80minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO674minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO4.0treesplanted
Eloise's actions
Buildings
Learn about 'Green Gentrification'
Multiple Solutions
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Watch a Video about Methane Digesters
Methane Digesters
I will watch a video about methane digesters (also commonly known as anaerobic digesters).
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Land Sinks
Research Peatlands
Peatland Protection and Rewetting
I will spend 20 minutes researching the environmental benefits of peatlands and what is being done around the world to conserve and restore them.
Industry
Bioplastics
Bioplastics are a promising solution to plastic waste and climate change… but they aren’t necessarily sustainable. Find out why!
Transportation
Go for a Daily Walk
Walkable Cities
I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day and take note of the infrastructure that makes walking more or less enjoyable, accessible, and possible.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Tend A Garden
I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Animal Products
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 3 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Plant Trees
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will plant 3 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Action Track: Climate Resilience
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 20 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
Land Sinks
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 60 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Land Sinks
Learn More about Silvopasture
Silvopasture
I will spend at least 20 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
Health and Education
Research Barriers to Participation and Representation
Health and Education
I will spend at least 70 minutes learning more about the barriers to women's equal participation and representation around the world.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Health and Education
I will spend at least 120 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Participant Feed
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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Go for a Daily WalkWhat have you noticed on your daily walks? What have you enjoyed? What infrastructure changes could make your walks more enjoyable or possible?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Climate Resilience Support Local Food SystemsDependable 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?
Eloise Lang 4/30/2021 3:13 PMSupporting local businesses has many benefits over bigger companies. I love buying from local farms/stores because the people who run them are focused on sustainable and ethical practices for both humans, animals and the planet. Without support from the public, many small businesses and farms would not be able to operate and would not be able to share their products, information, and experience with the community. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More About Geothermal EnergyGeothermal energy is reliable, abundant, and efficient. Project Drawdown states that public investment will play a crucial role in its expansion. In what ways (i.e. with money, time, advocacy) can you invest in geothermal energy?
Eloise Lang 4/30/2021 3:10 PMPublic investment is important, but after researching more about federal spending, I feel that it would be more efficient to defund areas of expenditure such as the military and the police, and direct that money towards greener infrastructure. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Watch a Video about Methane DigestersWhat does your vision of a sustainable community look like? What would need to be changed in order for such vision to become reality?
Eloise Lang 4/28/2021 3:54 PMMy vision of a sustainable community is one where there is no unnecessary waste and everything produced can have a positive impact on the earth. What needs to change in order to achieve that is a change in attitude. Many, including myself, don’t respect the planet as much as we should so by realizing how much nature provides is essential to making future decisions. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about BiomassHad you ever heard of biomass technology before you took this challenge? What did you learn that surprised you? Share your new knowledge with your friends!
Eloise Lang 4/27/2021 10:17 AMBiomass has the potential to replace fossil fuels, eliminating their production of greenhouse gases. An interesting fact is that biomass can reduce dependence on foreign oil since biofuels are the only renewable liquid transportation fuels available. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry BioplasticsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Eloise Lang 4/22/2021 8:47 AMI’m most concerned with the irreversible ways humans are affecting the earth. While many problems can be solved with more attention and dedication, some such as the breaking down of plastics are harder to combat. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Learn about Temperate ForestsAs you learn more about the scope and seriousness of the environmental challenges we face, what impact does that have on your thinking and actions? What are the parts that feel overwhelming? What parts help you feel hopeful?
Eloise Lang 4/20/2021 8:59 AMNow that I’m learning about the causes and why we’re facing such dire consequences, I am feeling very motivated to do whatever I can to help. The parts that feel overwhelming are the cultural elements of everyday life that are so ingrained, like driving and buying clothes from fast fashion that make it hard to have hope since most people do those things. I’m hopeful though because people are becoming more and more invested in the environmental impact of food and many companies are working to reduce carbon output. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Forest-Friendly Foods 1How is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Eloise Lang 4/19/2021 5:55 PMCurrently my diet still contributes to deforestation, especially through the use of palm oil, coffee and cocoa. As someone who eats a plant based diet, I think it’s important to remember that not only animal products, while a big culprit, are not the sole reason for forest degradation. To make a positive difference, I will limit processed foods since most are manufactured with palm oil and are often grown/harvested unsustainably and prioritize fresh, local foods from smaller farms. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand Sinks Learn More about SilvopastureHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Eloise Lang 4/16/2021 12:43 PMI’ve never heard of the term before but it reminds me a lot of permaculture where each component benefits another. I think the biggest advantage is that it creates stronger ecosystems unlike factory farms that work against nature in general. Another advantage that I think is just as important is the treatment of animals. They have access to fresh grass and the sun in uncrowded pasture which is the least humans can do before harvesting them. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Learn the Truth About Expiration DatesHow does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Eloise Lang 4/15/2021 9:19 AMI will be able to prevent major food wastes by keeping food around longer rather than throwing it out as soon as the date says so.