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Evan Shreffler
"I am on a GREEN mission."
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.3pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO11plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO13more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO76minutesspent learning
Evan's actions
Buildings
Donate
Improved Clean Cookstoves
I will donate to nonprofits that install clean cookstoves in low-income countries.
Transportation
Explore Other Transportation Solutions
All Transportation Solutions
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching other Drawdown Transportation Solutions.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.
Health and Education
Learn about the Need for Family Planning
Family Planning and Education
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning more about the need for family planning globally.
Health and Education
Support Businesses Owned by Women, POC, or Immigrants
Sustainable Intensification for Smallholders
I will spend 5 minutes researching and shopping from 2 businesses owned by women, people of color, or immigrants.
Health and Education
Watch Drawdown's Climate Solutions 101 Series
Family Planning and Education
I will watch Drawdown’s Climate Solutions 101 and share what I learned with others.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Animal Products
Plant-Rich Diets
I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meals each day of the challenge.
Share Your Story
Find out what’s happening in your neighborhood
While global and national actions get a lot of attention, it’s often at the local community level where individuals can have the greatest input and where change is most tangible. But every community is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. I will spend 20 minutes finding out how my neighborhood, town or city is helping the environment and building local resilience.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Smart Seafood Choices
Ocean Farming
I will visit seafoodwatch.org and download the app to commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Learn about Biochar
Biochar Production
I will spend 5 minutes learning about biochar and how it can help sequester carbon.
Coastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks
Cook With Seaweed
Seaweed Farming
I will use seaweed in a new recipe.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Eat Mindfully
Reduced Food Waste
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Industry
Recycle Everything I Can
Recycling; Recycled Metals; Recycled Plastics
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will research and recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community, including electronics and metals.
Industry
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Bioplastics; Reduced Plastics
I will avoid buying and using 10 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.
Electricity
Learn More about Wave and Tidal Energy
Ocean Power
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of wave and tidal energy.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Industry
Go Paperless
Recycled Paper
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions, and opting out of junk mail.
Industry
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Multiple Industry Solutions
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin practicing it in my own life.
Industry
Find a Local Climate-Friendly Supermarket
Refrigerant Management
I will explore the interactive map in the links below to find a supermarket that does not use HFC refrigerants near my home.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 5 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Industry
Learn about Carbon Offsets
I will spend 5 minutes learning about carbon offsets, and why they are a necessary solution in combating a climate crisis.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 5 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
Reduced Food Waste
I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.
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 QUESTION
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Recycle Everything I CanHow could you incorporate other "Rs" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle? How does considering implementing these "Rs" make you feel?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 11:56 AM"Repurposing" is a big one for me. I think finding a cool new life for things that have run its original course is very beneficial for the environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use More Fruits And VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 11:48 AMEating more fruits and vegetables, to me, is great for lessening my waste output. Many of these do not have plastic packaging, and can be disposed of naturally or within a composter. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Reduce Animal ProductsWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our bodies, our planet, and other people?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 11:47 AMI am a vegetarian, so I keep away from meat at all times. Eating less meat allows me to diversify my meals. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land Use Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How does your eating experience differ when practicing mindfulness?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 11:45 AMI like to eat outside during lunch breaks. The nature allows me to be more present. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCoastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks Learn about BiocharCan biochar provide additional benefits besides sequestering carbon?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 8:13 AMBiochar can have beneficial effects; in that it can support soil and plant growth.-
Lydia Roe 6/25/2024 8:38 AMI find horticultural charcoal to be great for my houseplants. My Philodendrons, Monsteras, and other Aroid vines love the chunky texture for aeration and the chemical benefits of decreasing chances of rot/pests. Win-win!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCoastal, Ocean, and Engineered Sinks Smart Seafood ChoicesMany states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 8:03 AMI think whenever I go to the supermarket to buy fish, I need to do my homework beforehand. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricity Learn More about Micro WindMicro turbines can be placed on large structures to take advantage of stronger, steadier breezes. The Eiffel Tower now sports vertical axis turbines that produce electricity for use on site. Where could micro turbines potentially be installed in your city?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 8:02 AMI love skyscrapers. I think they can be an efficient use of space, especially in contrast in suburban sprawl. It would be great to use these turbines on these buildings.-
Samantha Niven 6/25/2024 10:19 AMWhile they're an efficient use of space, skyscrapers unfortunately augment the urban heat island (UHI) effect that often exacerbates environmental justice issues that urban overburdened communities face. A mix of micro turbines, green roofs (that absorb both heat and stormwater), and solar panels (which also absorb heat) might be effective ways to incorporate microturbines without perpetuating UHI.
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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!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONIndustry Learn About & Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Evan Shreffler 6/25/2024 7:59 AMUsing local places such as thrift stores or commissioning people close to where you live for projects.