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our collective action
to create a better shared world

When we take action on real, measurable solutions, collective and positive change comes to life.

The impact below is generated by actions taken on the Ecochallenge Platform since 2016. It is updated in real-time.

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12,722,250
pounds of CO2 have been saved

we strive for a
balanced climate

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we create healthy food systems

Total Sustainable Meals Eaten
1,365,497
811,955
meatless or vegan meals consumed
271,422
zero-waste meals consumed
108,999
locally sourced meals consumed
95,422
whole food meals consumed
77,699
organic meals consumed
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11,954,854
gallons of water have been saved

we value and conserve
living water

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we invest in
deep equity

Actions taken for deep equity
1,124,247
527,206
hours volunteered
435,407
conversations with people
73,314
public officials or leaders contacted
43,237
donations made
37,342
people helped
7,741
petitions signed
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11,515,341
minutes spent learning

we learn about
new solutions

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we practice
mindful consumption

Plastic Items Refused
5,928,346
3,477,283
plastic containers not sent to the landfill
1,188,245
plastic bottles not sent to the landfill
534,180
plastic straws not sent to the landfill
494,231
disposable cups not sent to the landfill
234,407
pieces of plastic cutlery not sent to the landfill
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52,228
trees planted

we plant seeds
for the future

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we discover alternative
ways to travel

Total Miles Traveled
1,444,783
601,469
miles traveled by carpool
532,669
miles traveled by bus
178,641
miles traveled by bike
129,920
miles traveled by foot
2,084
miles traveled by train
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14,531
community events hosted or attended

we cultivate
strong communities

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we nurture our
personal wellbeing

Total Minutes of Healthy Activity
55,960,133
18,379,514
minutes spent outdoors
16,728,710
minutes spent exercising
11,757,329
minutes not spent in front of a screen
4,574,409
minutes of additional sleep
4,520,171
minutes being mindful

change is made by
everyday people

Since 1993, Ecochallengers far and wide from different walks of life have come together to take action for a better shared world.

462,521
Changemakers
6,868,588
Actions
192
Countries
5,295
Organizations

impact conversions and event summaries

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