Pamela Neville

Mayo Clinic

"From small actions to large decision, make every effort to leave a better world for the future."

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Pamela's actions

Food

Support Nutrient Management

#65 Nutrient Management

I will buy from organic and local farmers who have made the decision to not use synthetic nitrogen fertilizers.

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Land Use

Forest-Friendly Foods 1

#5 Tropical Forests

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impact of my diet to see how it contributes to deforestation.

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Transport

Explore Other Transport Solutions

All Transport Solutions

I will spend at least 20 minutes researching other Drawdown Transport Solutions.

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Food

Smaller Portions

#3 Reduced Food Waste

I will use smaller plates and/or serve smaller portions when dishing out food.

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Transport

Try Carpooling

#75 Ridesharing

I will commute by carpool 20 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 26.45 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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Food

Reduce Animal Products

#4 Plant-Rich Diet

I will enjoy 2 meatless or vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

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Food

Learn More about Silvopasture

#9 Silvopasture

I will spend at least 30 minutes watching videos and/or reading about the environmental benefits of silvopasture.

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Land Use

Forest-Friendly Foods 2

#5 Tropical Forests

I will replace or remove products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation.

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Buildings and Cities

Tour a Green Roof

#73 Green Roofs

I will set up a visit to tour a green roof in my city, and ask about the codes and process for installing a green roof.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

What do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than other countries, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
Pamela Neville 3/12/2018 8:58 AM
We have an abundance, more than we truly need. Not only taking the amount needed, but wasting the excess that could go to others in need. We don't choose leaner, healthier options with so much readily available to any impulse. Rush vs time to appreciate the meal and company.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Fun fact: Your brain and stomach register feelings of fullness after about 20 minutes of eating. While dishing food out, we tend to load our plates with more than we need. Using smaller plates helps to mitigate this. Aside from the environmental benefits, what other benefits might come out of this?
Pamela Neville 3/12/2018 8:56 AM
Planning meals and cooking for 2 not only helps us reduce waste, but using smaller plates reduces my intake and cuts down on my weight. It allows my mind time to recognize food is on its way and not putting in more than necessary. Slowing my eating with the portion on the plate is a huge help!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transport

Take a moment to think of places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
Pamela Neville 3/12/2018 8:54 AM
Limiting trips I have cut my gas in half; filling only 2x's/mo rather than weekly. It has helped on the reduction of oil changes that have an entirely different impact on the environment. I have additionally reduced tire wear. It am planning better and adding more time to my home-life not running so many errands. Riding w/a friend saves time since they have a designated parking spot and saves on much of the above noted as well.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Buildings and Cities

What did you learn on your green roof tour?
Pamela Neville 3/12/2018 8:51 AM
The new Twins Stadium is built environmentally friendly and not only saves cost for watering the grounds, but filtering, heat/air and sustainable for healthy oxygen.

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