

Cassidy Dawsen Mecham
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO3.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO1.0servingof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO60minutesspent learning
Cassidy Dawsen's actions
Land Sinks
Buy Bamboo
Bamboo Production
When they are available, I will purchase products made from bamboo instead of wood, plastic, or metal.
Electricity
Choose LED Bulbs
LED Lighting
I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Health and Education
Connect With A Nonprofit
Family Planning and Education
I will connect with a local nonprofit working on issues affecting women, girls, trans people, and/or nonbinary people in my community, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
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.
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
Compost
I will compost all my fruits and veggies that I don't eat instead of throwing them in the trash.
Health and Education
Host a Film Screening
Family Planning and Education
I will host a virtual film screening and discussion about women's and gender equality issues.
Buildings
Explore Other Buildings Solutions
All Buildings Solutions
I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Buildings Solutions.
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
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.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand SinksAre bamboo alternatives readily available in your community? If not, what are other sustainable alternatives?
Cassidy Dawsen Mecham 10/11/2023 3:43 PMBamboo products can be found online, when sold by big cooperations like amazon which produce massive amount of emmisionsmit feels contradictive. I was able to find some bamboo utensils at the market of choice. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and EducationWhat are the most pressing issues for women, girls, and trans/nonbinary people in your community?
Cassidy Dawsen Mecham 10/11/2023 3:34 PMunfortunately in most college towns violence and sexual assault against women is a huge problem. I have worked with CARDV here in Corvallis to help women feel supported. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONElectricityChanging lightbulbs is an excellent first step toward energy efficiency! What's next for you?
Cassidy Dawsen Mecham 10/11/2023 3:22 PMmy next step is to be more aware of the energy I'm using. I often realize I will have every light on in my house when it's unnecessary, especially during the day. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood, Agriculture, and Land UseHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Cassidy Dawsen Mecham 10/11/2023 2:59 PMEating more fruits and veggies allows me to have a more balanced diet and well as consume more fiber-rich foods. By eating more veggies I can reduce my meat consumption and allow for less greenhouse gas emissions to be produced over time.