Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.
COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS
Transportation
Go by Bike
I will commute by bike 3 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS
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.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
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REFLECTION
QUESTION
FoodMeet My Local Farmers
When 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?
We try to use the farmers market as much as possible and it was really great to meet a vendor at our local market! really friendly and I'll make sure to say hi when we see him next. I find knowing how and where your food comes from adds to the enjoyment of cooking and eating.
If you care about the impact of food on the environment I highly recommend reading Michael Pollan's book "Omnivores Dilemma" it's a few years old now but really changed my perception of food production.
