Parvesh Garg
10/23/2018 5:26 AM
- Tea. ...
- Nuts. ...
- Oranges. ...
- Sweet Potatoes. ...
- Broccoli. ...
- Oats. Pictured Recipe: Creamy Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal. ...
Parvesh Garg
"Let's do it! "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 472 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO20locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO620milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO40milestraveled by bike
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UP TO320milestraveled by carpool
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UP TO20milestraveled by foot
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,361pounds of CO2have been saved
Parvesh's actions
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 20 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Health
Take Control
Both system and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Transportation
Walk Instead
I will walk 5 mile(s) each day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 8.04 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Food
Meet My Local Farmers
I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Transportation
Go by Bike
I will commute by bike 10 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 11.36 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Transportation
Work from Home
I will work from home 10 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Transportation
Try Carpooling
I will commute by carpool 80 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 64.46 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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 QUESTIONFood Buy From a Farmers MarketWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Meet My Local FarmersWhen you know who produces your food, you are connecting personally to your complex regional food system. What are the advantages of knowing who produces your food and where it comes from? Do you think this might enable someone to advocate for a better quality of life for those who produce their food, both near and far?
Parvesh Garg 10/23/2018 5:25 AMHaving this connection develops a healthy relationship with food allowing people to appreciate and respect that food is not indispensible. It allows for the understanding of how vegetables are grown, how cows are raised, or how whole wheat flour is produced and accentuates that eating shouldn’t be a fast mindless action but rather an experience which also nourishes the body. Improving the relationship people have with food can in turn improve the way people eat and their overall health. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than in other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
Parvesh Garg 10/23/2018 5:23 AMto demand increasingly resource intensive and energy rich foods, the signs are that without action .... impact diet is one centred on a diverse range of tubers, -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Join a Local CSADependable fresh food, better prices (cutting out carbon-heavy supply chain and grocery stores), supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these benefits (or others not listed here) inspire you the most?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
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Parvesh Garg 10/23/2018 5:13 AMTask completed. Job done -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Try CarpoolingWhat are the factors that influence your choice of transportation? These can include things like money, time, and convenience, as well as perceptions of danger or safety.
Parvesh Garg 10/22/2018 7:25 AM1) Time Saving, 2) Fun at Work & 3) Lot of Socializing & 4) Ease of travel without getting struck in traffic -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Drive LessHow has your access to various kinds of transportation throughout your life influenced your current attitudes about transportation and your transportation behavior?
Parvesh Garg 10/22/2018 7:24 AMGood learning experience & new Way to contribute towards Green Earth -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Walk InsteadHalf of all trips made in the US are three miles or less; 72% of them are driven. Do you feel that this fact applies to you? If so, how might you incorporate more muscle-powered transportation in your daily life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Go by BikeHow do your transportation choices affect your engagement in your community? Does your experience differ while walking, riding transit, biking or driving?