

Myra Alexander
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 501 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO13more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO1.0storyshared
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UP TO159minutesspent learning
Myra's actions
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Smaller Portions
Reduced Food Waste
I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Reduce Food Waste
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, and commit to reducing my food waste throughout the challenge.
Electricity
Learn More about Micro Wind
Micro Wind Turbines
I will spend at least 13 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of micro wind.
Industry
Research the Climate Impact of Refrigerants
Refrigerant Management
I will spend 40 minutes learning about the climate impact of refrigerants and what climate-friendly refrigerants are by using the links below.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Learn About Aquaculture
Improved Aquaculture
Each day, I will spend at least 5 minutes learning about sustainable aquaculture.
Electricity
Learn More About Geothermal Energy
Geothermal Power
I will spend at least 40 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of geothermal energy and consider investing in this technology.
Electricity
Share to Social Media: Electricity
Electricity
Through social media (LinkedIn or Instagram), I will share what I've learned about Electricity Generation and tag Ecochallenge.org.
Electricity
Learn More about Biomass
Biomass Power
I will spend at least 8 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.
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.
Land Sinks
Forest-Friendly Foods 1
Tropical Forest Restoration
I will spend at least 24 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.
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 QUESTIONLand SinksHad you heard of the term "silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?
Myra Alexander 10/31/2023 7:46 AMNo, I think it is good cows can be happy and not instead be miserable until they die. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksHow is your diet currently impacting deforestation? What can you do to decrease your negative impact and increase your positive impact?
Myra Alexander 10/30/2023 7:27 AMEating less meat and dairy would have a positive impact for less deforestation. I do not eat much meat but I could eat less dairy. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityHad 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!
Myra Alexander 10/25/2023 7:44 AMNo I havent heard of it before now, I learned what biomass is and how it is better and good to have to replace fossil fuels. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityGeothermal 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?
Myra Alexander 10/24/2023 7:40 AMI can put time into researching and spreading information about geothermal energy and the benefits. I can educate my peers