Eat locally grown food
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Summary
Length: 30 days.
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Consumer Products
Cherries in winter, tomatoes in March, Florida oranges (when you live in Europe) ... all these have consumed a great deal of energy getting to you. It has been estimated that food travels 2500km in average to get to your plate.
By chosing local in-season food, you will not only reduce CO2 emissions, you will also:
By chosing local in-season food, you will not only reduce CO2 emissions, you will also:
- Eat ripe, fresh products
- Support your local economy
- Re-discover what in-season vegetables and fruits are
- Discover new flavors
Impact
The estimated impact each time this challenge is completed: 5 kg / 11 lbs CO2 reduced and saving up to $0!
All completions of this challenge have reduced approximately 505 kg / 1,111 lbs CO2 and saved up to $0!
Administrative Details
Current members: 39
Created: 2007-12-27 22:00:15
Administrators: Bleizig
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