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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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12,718,766
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
1,364,858
811,421
meatless or vegan meals consumed
271,307
zero-waste meals consumed
108,969
locally sourced meals consumed
95,405
whole food meals consumed
77,756
organic meals consumed
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11,943,795
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
1,122,819
527,130
hours volunteered
434,178
conversations with people
73,224
public officials or leaders contacted
43,210
donations made
37,336
people helped
7,741
petitions signed
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11,459,559
minutes spent learning

we learn about
new solutions

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we practice
mindful consumption

Plastic Items Refused
5,927,911
3,476,994
plastic containers not sent to the landfill
1,188,087
plastic bottles not sent to the landfill
534,148
plastic straws not sent to the landfill
494,275
disposable cups not sent to the landfill
234,407
pieces of plastic cutlery not sent to the landfill
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52,225
trees planted

we plant seeds
for the future

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we discover alternative
ways to travel

Total Miles Traveled
1,443,573
601,103
miles traveled by carpool
532,075
miles traveled by bus
178,400
miles traveled by bike
129,911
miles traveled by foot
2,084
miles traveled by train
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14,451
community events hosted or attended

we cultivate
strong communities

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we nurture our
personal wellbeing

Total Minutes of Healthy Activity
55,934,598
18,370,721
minutes spent outdoors
16,720,022
minutes spent exercising
11,756,304
minutes not spent in front of a screen
4,573,858
minutes of additional sleep
4,513,693
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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