Audrey White
5/06/2020 1:54 PM
I have stoped throwing away food andtryed to use things before they expire. I eat leftover and try and use as much fod as i can without wasting.
Audrey White
POINTS TOTAL
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Audrey's actions
Food
Keep Track of Wasted Food
Reduced Food Waste
I will keep a daily log of food I throw away during Drawdown Ecochallenge, either because it went bad before I ate it, I put too much on my plate, or it was scraps from food preparation.
Land Use
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Materials
Share Bioplastic Disposal Tips
Bioplastics
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 2 friends, family and/or colleagues.
Land Use
Learn about Temperate Forests
Temperate Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 13 minutes learning more about the environmental services provided by and the environmental issues affecting temperate forests.
Food
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 3 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.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Keep Track of Wasted FoodAn average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Where would you rather use this money?